Brian Head Peak Observation Overview
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Brian Head Peak Observation
<center><img alt="Brian Head Observation Point" src="http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/fseprd699597.jpg" style="width: 100%;" /> </center><p>Located on the highest point of the Cedar City Ranger District on the Dixie National Forest the Brian Head Lookout was built in 1934-35 by the Civilian Conservation Corps Camp F-16 stationed at Duck Creek.</p><p>A road had to be built to the location during construction this road is still in place and accessible by sedan. This road was built using a small caterpillar and horse drawn equipment to build. Rock was taken from onsite and from a large quarry at the bottom of the curve near the present day toilet facility. A second building was built on the peak concurrently to serve as a toilet. The foundation is still evident at the end of a trail below the overlook to the east.</p><p>The overlook was restored in the 1990's by the Southwest Service group of the Sierra Club. They re-tucked the buildings masonry and re-laid and stabilized the patio surrounding the building. The roof was repainted in the interior and brave souls went on the roof to replace shingles blown off in storms.</p><p>The Forest was in the process of providing recreational areas for the local public to come onto the forest to enjoy the beauty and resources. It was determined that building the overlook would serve several purposes beneficial to the National Forest. The first, being as a recreational overlook from which the Forest could interpret the surrounding areas. Plaques were made and placed within the building for the public to read about the area they were looking at. The second use was as an occasional fire lookout.</p><p><iframe allow="vr,gyroscope,accelerometer,fullscreen" allowfullscreen="true" frameborder="0" height="300" scrolling="no" src="https://kuula.co/share/7v12q?fs=1&vr=1&zoom=1&sd=1&thumbs=1&chromeless=1&logo=-1" style="width: 100%; height: 300px; border: none; max-width: 100%;" width="100%"></iframe></p><p>From the summit of Brian Head Peak, one can look out at Nevada’s Wheeler and Highland peaks, Arizona’s Mount Trumbull and Navajo Mountain, Beaver County’s Tushar Range and the Paunsagunt, Table Cliffs, and Aquarius plateaus. Then, turning west, little-known ranges with mysterious names such as the Never Summer Mountains and the Wah Wahs become visible.</p>
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5-day forecast table
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Plan a longer trip
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Parks
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- Parowan Front State Wildlife Area
- Ann J Gardner Canyon Park
- Iron Mission State Park
Responsible visitation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site (BLM, NPS, state agency, or private owner) for access rules, permits, and seasonal closures before driving out.
- Stay on trail
- Many points of interest sit in fragile ecosystems. Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation and prevent erosion.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and give nesting birds and denning mammals plenty of space.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you. Remote sites often have no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, fossils, or artifacts. Federal law protects cultural and natural resources on public land.
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About Brian Head Peak Observation
What is Brian Head Peak Observation?
A point of interest in Utah tracked by Snoflo -- typically a scenic landmark, named summit, monument, or viewpoint.
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When is the best time to visit?
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Can I get alerts when conditions change?
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