What are the hours and season for Pickett Butte Lookout?

Pickett Butte Lookout is open May through October. Check-in: 2:00 PM. Check-out: 12:00 PM.

How do I book a campsite at Pickett Butte Lookout?

Pickett Butte Lookout is a federal campground — book at Recreation.gov (search "Pickett Butte Lookout"). Sites are released 6 months in advance and sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/pickett-butte-lookout to be notified the moment a site opens up.

Pickett Butte Lookout

Umpqua National Forest — lakeside, hiking

TILLER, OR4.6 (29)

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Perched atop Pickett Butte at an elevation of 3,200 feet, this lookout offers visitors a unique lodging experience in Umpqua National Forest in southwest Oregon. After climbing 40 feet up on a very narrow steep stairway to the one-room structure, guests are rewarded with panoramic views of the entire Jackson Creek Drainage and much of the lower elevation lands around the town of Tiller. The original lookout was 25 feet tall and built in 1934.

Things to do nearby

Umpqua National ForestCrater Lake National Park

Best For

HikersWildlife watchersFamilies

Site Types

Tent

Amenities

Fire Rings

Picnic Tables

Vault Toilets

Drinking Water

Check-in

2:00 PM

Check-out

12:00 PM

Season

May through October

Max/site

6 people

Known Issues

Federal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.

Cancellation Policy

Recreation.gov: full refund if cancelled 7+ days before arrival. $10 cancellation fee applies.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Pickett Butte Lookout cost per night?+

Pickett Butte Lookout costs $40 per night depending on site type and season. Hookup options: No hookups.

What season is Pickett Butte Lookout open?+

Pickett Butte Lookout is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.

Does Pickett Butte Lookout have hookups?+

No hookups.

What is the maximum RV length at Pickett Butte Lookout?+

Pickett Butte Lookout is primarily a tent camping facility. Contact the campground about RV access.

How do I make reservations at Pickett Butte Lookout?+

Pickett Butte Lookout is a federal campground — reservations open 6 months in advance at Recreation.gov. Sites sell out quickly. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.

How far is Pickett Butte Lookout from the nearest town?+

Pickett Butte Lookout is located in TILLER, OR. Check the map above for distance to nearby services.

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