High Point Lookout

High Point Lookout Station was originally constructed on the site in 1935 by the Civilian Conservation Corps for the US Forest Service. The tower was replaced by the current structure in 1964.

The site was originally named Palomar Mountain but was changed to High Point in the early 1960's.

A 13x13 foot CL-30 series steel cab sits atop an all steel L-1600 series 67' 6" tower.

High Point Lookout is the tallest tower remaining in the Forest Service inventory in California.

The Cleveland National Forest last staffed the lookout in 1992.

The cab exterior and tower are in excellent condition.

The interior was removed due to vandalism in 2005.

A high security gate has since been installed on the tower.

Tower restoration is complete. New glass, cabinets and flooring have been installed.

The original Osborne Fire-Finder has been returned to the tower.

The FFLA is staffing High Point with trained Fire Lookout Volunteers.

Click here for a High Point Lookout Access Map!

Check out our first day In-Service!