Lookout Mountain
Mountain in California · 6,680 ft
The hike up Lookout Mountain
The route starts at Sunset Peak Trailhead — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Lookout Mountain?
Lookout Mountain is 6,680 ft above sea level and lies in California. Its prominence is 138 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Lookout Mountain?
From Sunset Peak Trailhead it is about 1.9 mi one way with 2,313 ft of ascent. Expect around 2 h 56 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Lookout Mountain?
The nearest parking is Sunset Peak Trailhead (south of the peak) — 1.9 mi on foot · ↑ 2,313 ft · about 2 h 56 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area southeast of the peak (about 2.9 mi to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Lookout Mountain in Conquer?
Yes — Lookout Mountain is one of 49,213 peaks in United States in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
Conquer Lookout Mountain in the app
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