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November 2023 by Jill Lalliss
I would visit the Strawberry Peak Fire Lookout Tower every summer as a child and I was so excited to finally bring my kiddos!We didn't know but we visited on the towers 90th birthday! It was so fun!The climb up the metal stairs and metal platforms are not for the faint of heart. Goodness it is high up itself and then high up on the mountain. The views are amazing and worth the (maybe) scary trip up the tower.
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November 2023 by Angela C.
Started the hike from a lot across the Pinecrest Christian Conference Center. It didn't take a super long time (less than an hour) but the trail is steep and has a lot of thorny bushes. View from the top is great. There are also other trail loops to explore in the same area. I will definitely be back with the kiddos to explore more sans hiking trail.
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July 2023 by Tammy Wittal
Really cool place to stop and say Hi to those keeping a watchful eye for us! Historic landmark open 9-5 for visitors!! Beautiful views!
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June 2023 by Puja Sheth
The volunteers that work there are wonderful people. They spent 20 minutes explaining to us what happens if they were to see smoke in the mountains, and how the dispatch system works. They also showed us how they triangulate where the fire is based on a device built in the 1920s!They're all so helpful, they also told us where to go during our stay, as they're locals.Honestly, great views and wonderful volunteers doing great work to protect the community, and the mountains of San Bernardino. Please pay them a visit! Your attendance matters to them, as it keeps the post open! :)
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January 2023 by SITTI ZALEHA
It was almost 0°C when we were there.Its just a look out. You can see the surrounding area on a clear day.
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January 2023 by Ravy K.
What to say? The view was amazing the fire ranger was super friendly and knowledgeable about the surroundings areas. If your into outdoors i recommend it.
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January 2023 by Winnie L.
What a little historical gem and what a view. We went on a clear day and could see 100+ miles. It was really fun learning about how they spot and communicate fires. Great for kids to learn.If you're afraid of heights perhaps skip it.
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December 2022 by Meimei
Cool place but check weather before going if you plan to see the views. We unfortunately only saw clouds below us. They are open May - Nov (week after Thanksgiving), so didn’t get to go up to the tower. They were actually putting barb wire over the fence. The port-a-potty is inside the small fenced area too by the way. Will come back!
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December 2022 by Margene Habermacher
Really interesting historical place run by volunteers! On a clear day you can see all the way to Catalina!
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December 2021 by India M. Clamp
The fire lookout is manned by the Southern California Mountains Foundation and pleasure meeting Pam Morey. This location hosts and handles over 6000 visitors annually. Five visitors allowed at a time.Admittance is FREE, yet donations are needed. Does not meet ADA standards. The way up is very steep yet the views are worth the cardio for the ascent. Open daily from Memorial Day to mid-November.There are a total of 7 (seven) lookout towers in the area. Fires are reported to USFS headquarters in San Bernardino. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Dogs prohibited.Elevation: 6,143 feet (1872m)Views: 3 lakes and to Mt. San Diego (clear day)Admission: FREE (donations appreciated)
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November 2021 by Dr ED M.
Its monday and i think the station is being serviced Here are some pics from outside
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December 2019 by Nicolle Moyer
Open 9-5 certain parts of the year. Very knowledgeable volunteers that can teach you a bit about the history and the Osborne fire finder. You are able to take the stairs to the lookout tower. Dogs cannot go up to the watch tower. There is a port-a-potty.
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December 2019 by Sarah Todd (Quina)
Absolutely amazing view and so educational!!!
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December 2019 by Tobin Sipp
Received a good history lesson of how and why tower was built. Amazing views! Bring a set of binoculars or use a set of theirs.
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December 2019 by Patrick Vadnais
Spectacular views and friendly USFS staff will invite you up to enjoy the lookout. Don't forget to sign the visitor log!
