CaliforniaSix Rivers National Forest

Bear Basin Lookout And Cabin

On a high, narrow mountain ridge at 5,280 feet, Bear Basin Lookout and Pierson Cabin offer visitors an awe-inspiring experience and a quiet haven away from crowds. Excellent views of the Siskiyou Wilderness to the east and the Pacific Ocean to the west are why visitors love staying in the heart of the Six Rivers National Forest of northern California.

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In this field guide1 site records · AREA BEAR BASIN LOOKOUT AND CABIN
Source snapshotSep 21, 2026
Land managerUSDA Forest Service
Official facilityRecreation.gov · 234262

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5116AREA BEAR BASIN LOOKOUT AND CABINCABIN NONELECTRICReview in setup checkerNot publishedNot publishedvehicle onlyNot publishedtrailer onlyNot publishedParking surface onlyNot publishedNot publishedNot published

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Smith River National Recreation Area US Forest Service P.O. Box 228, GASQUET, CA, 95543
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41.8091667, -123.74Campground location, not individual site coordinates.
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