Green Ridge Lookout

Green Ridge Lookout overlooks the Metolius River valley north of Sisters. To the north stands Mount Jefferson (not quite as close as shown above). Guests at the lookout enjoy views of a dense evergreen forest spreading around them along with distant snow-capped peaks. The rental lookout is available for up to 4 occupants from early May through June and then again from mid-September to mid- November. At other times during the fire season the lookout is staffed with Forest Service fire lookout volunteers.

Green Ridge Lookout, Deschutes National Forest, Oregon

Lookout Features

The single-room lookout cabin contains a futon, table and 2 chairs, and a propane wall heater. Kitchen facilities include a propane refrigerator, a 3-burner propane stove with oven and an overhead light, along with basic cooking and eating utensils. There is no water, so visitors need to bring their own water supply for drinking, cooking and cleaning. A vault toilet outhouse is located nearby below.

Access to the 2-story lookout structure from the parking area is across a short boardwalk (with railings) to a 20 x 20 feet wooden deck (also with railings). From there, a single-story flight of stairs leads up to the catwalk around the lookout cabin.

What Guests Need to Bring

Guests need to bring their own water for drinking, cooking, and cleaning. They also must supply for own bedding or sleeping bags, sleeping pads, flashlights, toilet paper, towels, cookware (pots and pans), and garbage bags. Guests must clean the cabin upon departure and take everything, including garbage and food.

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Green Ridge Lookout Basics
Green Ridge Lookout Location:	24 miles north of Sisters, via Highway 20, Forest Service roads 11, 1150, 1154, and 1140. (See Forest Serivce website or Recreation.gov website for details.)
Elevation:	5,200 feet
Nearby Gateway Cities:	Sisters - 24 miles Bend - 46 miles Salem - 122 miles
Open - Closed:	Open early May through June and then again from mid-September to mid- November. Closed mid-summer for fire watch.
Max. People :	4
Maximum Number of Vehicles:	3
Pets:	Pets are not allowed inside; outside only
Operated by	Deschutes National Forest
Information	Sisters Ranger District: (541) 549-7700

Green Ridge Lookout Reservations
Reservations Available	Reservations are available from 1 day up to 6 months in advance of arrival date.
Wheelchair accessible sites:	None
Maximum length of stay:	3 nights
Cabin Rental Fees:	$40 per night
Cabin Reservations:	Green Ridge Lookout Reservations
Check-in, check-out:	Check-in: 3:00 PM (confirm with Forest Service) Check-out: 11:00 AM

Green Ridge Lookout Amenities
Cabin Interior:	1 futon for 2 people, a table, 2 chairs, propane refrigerator, stove/oven, over-head light, propane wall heater, cooking and eating utensils (no pots and pans).
Cabin Exterior:	Outhouse with vault toilet, campfire ring, picnic table
NOT included:	Visitors need to bring WATER, bedding (sleeping bags or linens and blankets), sleeping pads as needed, pillows, towels, dish towels, matches, food containers, toilet paper, paper towels, flashlights, outdoor chairs, garbage bags.
Attractions near Green Ridge Lookout:	Tour Wizard Falls Fish Hatchery. From Green Ridge Lookout overlooking the hatchery, watch for eagles and osprey. Bring binoculars. Fish along the Metolius River. Hike along local trails. Hike to the top of Black Butte. Drive 10 miles to Lake Billy Chinook for boating and fishing. Shop Amazon for Trout Fishing Best Sellers

Green Ridge Lookout map, Deschutes National Forest, Oregon

One Week Prior to Arrival

Please contact the Sisters Ranger District at (541) 549-7700 (Monday-Friday) 1 week prior to arriving at the lookout to obtain/confirm gate combination and check on any restrictions or conditions, such as fire or road closures, weather or storms that may affect the quality of your visit.

Deschutes National Forest
Attractions and Activities

Hike on the Metolius-Windigo Trail, open to hikers, bikers and horses, more than 100 miles in length.
Head over to the Blue River Reservoir for swimming, boating, water skiing, and fishing.
Tour the Wizard Falls Fish Hatchery, below the Green Ridge Lookout near Camp Sherman.
Play a round of golf at the Tokatee Golf Club in McKenzie Bridge.
Fly fish along the Metolius River (check local fishing regulations).
Visit the Camp Sherman Fish Viewing Platform by the Camp Sherman Store.
Hike up to the summit of Black Butte.
Spend days at Suttle Lake with boating, water skiing, and fishing.
Drive down to Sisters for shopping, dining, and annual events.

Key Green Ridge Lookout Regulations nad Information

Please be aware that Green Ridge Lookout is a remote location and Forest Service personnel may not always be available for assistance, especially after hours and on weekends
Smoking is not allowed in the cabin.
The cabin must be thoroughly cleaned before departure. Pack out all food and garbage.

Green Ridge Lookout

Deschutes National Forest

Green Ridge Lookout

Deschutes National Forest