About this place

With beautiful mature lodge pole forest, amazing views and abundant wildlife, this is a hiker's paradise. Visit this trail at just the right time in early summer and you will be treated to the Dr. Seuss-like spectacle of bear grass in bloom. The moderate trail to the lookout is just over 2.5 miles and is suitable for stock. There are several trail loop opportunities. The Big Hole Lookout was recently renovated and is available to rent overnight. From Plains, travel northwest 8 miles, turning north (right) onto the Weeksville Creek Road 887 for approximately 3.5 miles. Turn west (left) onto Spring Creek Road 5587, and travel about 9 miles to the trailhead. High clearance vehicles are recommended.