Slate Mountain Lookout

3.6/5 (17 reviews)
Situated just inside of the western edge of the Eldorado National Forest, about an hour from the greater Sacramento, CA metropolitan area, lies this great little road with scenic views of Slate Canyon and the Sacramento Valley. Although a fire lookout tower once stood on the peak of Slate Mountain, ...Read More
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Highlights of Slate Mountain Lookout

Forest Category IconForest
Scenic Category IconScenic
Highest Elevation
3889 ft
Shape of Trail
Loop
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
North
Official Trail Name
12N70, 12N76
Nearest Town
Placerville
Nearest Services
Placerville
Management Agency
Eldorado National Forest
District
Georgetown Ranger District

Overview

Situated just inside of the western edge of the Eldorado National Forest, about an hour from the greater Sacramento, CA metropolitan area, lies this great little road with scenic views of Slate Canyon and the Sacramento Valley. Although a fire lookout tower once stood on the peak of Slate Mountain, only its concrete footings and a communications building and tower remain. Notwithstanding, the vista offers 180+ degree views of the Sierra Nevada foothills lining the eastern edge of the Sacramento Valley. This is a great beginner road, suitable for stock 4WD vehicles.

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14 Waypoints
44 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
17 Community Reviews
1 Video
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