Devil’s Head Lookout Tower
Parking available
A historic U.S. Forest Service fire lookout tower in Douglas County, Colorado, continuously used since 1912, listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

📜 U.S. Forest Service fire lookout tower in Douglas County, Colorado.
🔍 Last continuously used fire lookout on the Front Range, listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Why Go

⛰️ Panoramic views of Front Range and Pike National Forest
📸 Great photo opportunities, especially in fall
🚶 Rewarding hike to a historic site
🐾 Leashed dogs welcome on trail

Why Avoid

♿ Not wheelchair accessible due to stairs
🚧 Road to trailhead can be rough and closes seasonally

🅿️ Parking

Available at trailhead, check for required passes.
Access via Rampart Range Road (dirt, passenger car friendly).

🐕 Dogs

Leashed dogs welcome on the trail.

💰 Cost

No fee to hike.

🕒 Hours

Lookout typically staffed late May to early October.
Road to trailhead closed winter-spring (until April/May).

💡 Tips

Check road conditions before visiting.
Final ascent involves 143 stairs.

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