Skookumchuck Lookout
CAN 21, BC 8

Photo courtesy of Jake Lockwood

Lookout Details

Registry Numbers CAN 21, BC 8 (view other lookouts in Canada, British Columbia)
Date Registered January 2, 2026
Nominated by Jake Lockwood
Location East Kootenay, British Columbia
Coordinates N 49° 59.458' W 115° 50.606' (view using Google Maps)
N 49° 59' 27" W 115° 50' 36"
N 49.990969° W 115.843437°
Elevation 6,301 ft (1,921 m)
Built 1948
Administered by British Columbia Forest Service

Description

The Skookumchuck Lookout is built atop a tall brick base with internal stairs that go outside for the last flight before the cab. This is a relatively uncommon design to still find standing. Baker Mountain being the only other known example.

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