Tyee Lookout
Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest — lakeside
Location: Entiat, WA, WA
Price: From $95 per night
Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (16 reviews)
Season: May through October
The Tyee Lookout sits at an elevation of 6,654 feet in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Built in the 1950’s, the lookout was used by Forest Service personnel until the 1990’s. A stay at Tyee is not for the faint of heart, this is a rough place.
Cell coverage (FCC estimate): moderate signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables
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Historic 1950s fire lookout at 6,654 feet in Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest with exceptional stargazing and panoramic views in every direction. Campers consistently praise the amazing sunrises and stars, with a 4.9/5 rating from 25 reviews.
Wildlife alert: American Black Bear, Yellow-bellied Marmot, Northern Pacific Rattlesnake, and Cascade Golden-mantled Ground Squirrel present in area. Black-capped Chickadee, Gray Jay, and Hairy Woodpecker also documented.
Insider tips for Tyee Lookout: Expect significant wind at night — bring extra stakes and secure all gear High-clearance four-wheel drive vehicle required for last 3.6 miles; narrow, steep, sandy, rocky terrain with two rock ledges Heater warms the small lookout room quickly
Skip Tyee Lookout if: You do not have a four-wheel drive truck with good tires. You are uncomfortable with vertigo or exposed heights. You prefer hookups or modern amenities — this is a rough, rustic experience.
Best time to visit Tyee Lookout: Mid-June to Mid-October — Four-wheel drive access only available during this window; seasonal operations May through October.
Nearby campgrounds: Fox Creek (Entiat, WA), Lake Creek Campground - Entiat River (ENTIAT, WA), Silver Falls Campground (Entiat, WA), Pine Flats Group Campground (ENTIAT, WA).
Cell Phone Coverage at Tyee Lookout
Cell signal at Tyee Lookout (Entiat, WA): moderate overall signal based on FCC broadband data. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
- AT&T 4G LTE: 100% coverage
- T-Mobile 4G LTE: 100% coverage
Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.
The Tyee Lookout sits at an elevation of 6,654 feet in the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Built in the 1950’s, the lookout was used by Forest Service personnel until the 1990’s. A stay at Tyee is not for the faint of heart, this is a rough place.
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Insider tips & when to go
CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entryExpect significant wind at night
bring extra stakes and secure all gear
High-clearance four-wheel drive vehicle required for last 3.6 miles; narrow, steep, sandy, rocky terrain with two rock ledges
Heater warms the small lookout room quickly
Four-wheel drive access only available during this window; seasonal operations May through October
Things to do nearby
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FCC BDC · quarterly datasetFCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal. Best carrier: T-Mobile.
Wildlife nearby
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Getting there →
From the junction of Entiat River Road and 97A, driver 10.1 miles on the Entiat River Road. Turn left on county road 119A and cross the Entiat River. Drive 2.1 miles to the junction of FS road 5700 and FS road 5800, continue straight on FS road 5700. Road is now single lane paved road, parts of which are steep as it gains elevation to the ridge. Drive 13.9 miles to the junction of 5700 and 5713. There is not a sign currently so keep an eye on your odometer. Turn right on the 5713. If you do not
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- Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest fills fast in peak season.
- Check current road conditions at Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.
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