| Drive-Up | Relocated |
| Elevation: 7790′ | Boise National Forest |
History
1918-1920: Open platform precariously built on a rock ledge, accessed via a long staircase.
1933: L-4 Cabin built on a 10 foot 20’x20′ concrete base 2 miles from original location.
Unknown: Last year staffed
1988: Relocated to the Crawford Work Center northeast of Cascade
2020: Added to the National Historic Lookout Register
Ranger LeRoy Sprague climbing stairs to Gold Fork lookout tower. The lookout is Mr Milton Greenlee, a retired methoidst teacher. Taken by Bluford W. Muir – August 1955
Mr. Milton Greenlee, lookout for Gold Fork Lookout tower, and Ranger LeRoy Sprague using sighting alidade. Mr Greenlee is a retired Minister. Taken by Bluford W. Muir – August, 1955.
Ranger LeRoy Sprague and Mr. Milton Greenlee seated at the table in Gold Fork lookout tower. Mr. Sprague is making a list of supplies needed in the tower.
Taken by Bluford W. Muir – August, 1955
View south from Gold Fork lookout. This photo shows the road leading to the tower. Taken by Bluford W. Muir – August, 1955
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