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Winchester Mountain Lookout

Maple Falls, Washington · Whatcom County · Facility

Enjoy views of the Northern Picket Range and Canadian Peaks from Winchester Mountain Lookout.It was built in 1935 and is maintained by Mt. Baker Hiking Club volunteers.Steep snowfields on the Winchester Mountain Trail usually require an ice axe well into July. Cross these steep snow slopes with caution.The Twin Lakes R…

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About Winchester Mountain Lookout

Enjoy views of the Northern Picket Range and Canadian Peaks from Winchester Mountain Lookout.It was built in 1935 and is maintained by Mt. Baker Hiking Club volunteers.Steep snowfields on the Winchester Mountain Trail usually require an ice axe well into July. Cross these steep snow slopes with caution.The Twin Lakes Road may not be drivable to the Winchester Mountain Trailhead. In this case, parking is at the Tomyhoi Lake Trailhead, adding 2 miles to the hike.NOTE: Starting November 2017, the lookout will be locked and not open to public use from November through May. Winter visitors will not be able to access the inside of the lookout or use it as a shelter. The lookout will reopen for visitation in June, or when conditions allow. For more information about volunteering or maintaining this facility contact Mt. Baker Hiking Club, PO Box 73, Bellingham WA 98227.Winchester Mountain Trail #685Overnight use

Plan Your Visit to Winchester Mountain Lookout

Heading to Winchester Mountain Lookout? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Winchester Mountain Lookout?

No central reservation system listed for Winchester Mountain Lookout. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/235280) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Winchester Mountain Lookout?

Mt. Baker Highway (State Route 542), Twin Lakes Road #3065 (N Fork Nooksack area), Trail #685 - Hiker Only