Black Mountain Lookout (Plumas NF)
US 692, CA 79
Lookout Details
| Registry Numbers | US 692, CA 79 (view other lookouts in United States, California) |
| Date Registered | April 23, 2007 |
| Nominated by | Daniel Elliott, District Archaeologist |
| Location |
Plumas National Forest Plumas County, California |
| Coordinates |
N 40° 06.716' W 120° 19.217' (view using Google Maps) N 40° 06' 43" W 120° 19' 13" N 40.111940° W 120.320280° |
| Elevation | 6,735 ft (2,053 m) |
| Built | 1935 |
| Administered by | U.S. Forest Service |
| Cooperators | Beckwourth Ranger District |
Description
Constructed in 1934 by the CCC, Black Mountain Lookout is a classic C3 14’x14’ live-in cab with catwalk of an original Forest Service R-5 design (California Region). It is mounted on an 11’ enclosed timber tower and located on the Plumas National Forest. Black Mt. L.O. Grand opening on the Plumas National Forest is open as a recreational rental effective May 26, 2011. The fee is $60 per night stay.
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Photos
Vault toilet building near lookout
Enjoy a meal outside at the picnic table
Table with chairs next to heater
Two beds, table with chairs, fire finder stand
Electric stove, refrigerator and dry sink