This 60' crows nest lookout was abandoned in the 1940s.
I've had a love affair with history and exploring new places since childhood - cue the Johnny Quest theme music. I am especially fascinated by mining and logging history of the American West - but more specifically the people that created and shaped that history. Life would be perfect if every second was spent with dirt under my boots (or tires) and a dog at my side.
This 60' crows nest lookout was abandoned in the 1940s.
A 60' Crows-next lookout built in 1937
Tola Point was built in 1934, abadoned in the 1950s and only concrete footings remain today.
Built in 1937 and Abandoned in the 40s - there is almost nothing left of this tower.
The lookout tower may be gone but the views here are 110% worth the visit!
Bobtail Peak Lookout was destroyed in the 1950s and is completely overgrown today.
30' Pole L-4 here in 1931 - now only cement footings remain.
Rick is one of those lucky people that has found that ever-illusive perfect job! He not only likes it – he LOVES it! You can hear it in his voice and the stories he shares about his career as a Fire Lookout. Rick was a self-described outdoor kid interested in white water paddling, which eventually drew him to the University of Idaho, where he began taking Fire...
This tower was destroyed in 1960 but there is quite a bit left at the site to explore.
This 90+ year old crows nest still stands.