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Flag Point Lookout with Mount Hood (11,249') in the distance.
The lookout with Mount Hood (11,249') in the sunshine.
Amazing views in all directions from Flag Point.
Mount Hood's Heather Canyon from Flag Point.
Flag Point Fire Lookout from the ground.
The view of the valley from Flag Point Fire Lookout.
You may have to to chop your own kindling.
The shed is stocked with plenty of wood to keep you warm in the lookout.
The wood stove in the lookout. Be sure to stock the wood bin for the next person before you leave..
Alternate view from inside the lookout.
Inside the lookout you'll find a bed for two, a stove, pots, and a wood stove.
Mount Hood (11,249') under the moonlight.
Flag Point under the stars.
The wood stove takes a bit to warm the lookout, but it does a great job if you keep it going.
Hiking options around the lookout.
The trail to the top of Flag Point.
The trail is wide enough to be traveled by skiers and snowmobiles.
After you pass the sno-park, take a left on Forest Service Road 4420.
At the fork, stay right on Forest Service Road 4420.
As you follow the signs to Flag Point, the roads are clearly marked.
Take a left on Spur Road 200 and follow this to the lookout.

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