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Recreation Region: Skykomish Ranger District

Heybrook Lookout

Since 1925 lookouts have stood on this location. The current lookout was constructed in 1965 and staffed until the early 70s.

Heybrook Lookout Trail 1070 is one of the first trails to be snow-free in this area, this is an ideal early-season hike. Begin climbing through a second-growth forest regenerated from clear cutting in the 1920s. The observation deck of the lookout is open to the public, and offers outstanding, close-up views of Mount Persis, Mount Index, Bridal Veil Falls and Philadelphia Mountain with other distant peaks to the east.

The lookout has been rebuilt by Everett Mountaineer volunteers. The original lookout was designed by Dan Evans, former governor of Washington State. For more information about volunteering or maintaining this facility contact the Skykomish Ranger Station. Vandals will be ticketed.

Reservations

Make Reservations Here

Reservations can be made online at recreation.gov or by calling 1-877-444-6777. 

General Information

Reservation only

Overnight Use:
$75 per night

Reservations are made through www.recreation.gov. Cost is $75 per night. For questions, call the Skykomish Ranger District at 360-677-2414.

Ranger Station sign and American flag in front of the office.

Address: 74920 NE Stevens Pass Hwy Skykomish, WA 98288
Phone: (360) 677-2414
Hours: Open Wednesday - Friday. Hours 9:00 am - 12 pm; 1 pm - 4:00 pm. Closed 12 -1 for lunch. Please call to confirm we are open. (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 47.80847222

Longitude: -121.5348889

Elevation

1,700 feet

Directions

Drive US Highway 2 to the boundary of Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest at milepost 37.5, 2 miles east of the town of Index turnoff. Heybrook Lookout Trail #1070 is hiker only.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Backcountry (compostable) toilet

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

Nearby Trails

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated July 20, 2026