Category: Fire Lookout Towers

North Carolina Lookout Towers with Peter Barr – Part 2

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Fire Lookout Towers

Welcome to Part 2 of the Exploring North Carolina Lookout Towers with Peter Barr. If you missed Part 1, I really encourage you to check out that episode where Peter and I discuss the history and backstory of Forest Service lookout towers and how a lifechanging trip on the AT and sketchy climb up his … Read More “North Carolina Lookout Towers with Peter Barr – Part 2” »

Enchanting Vistas From North Carolina’s Lookout Towers with Peter Barr

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Adventure, Fall Color, Fire Lookout Towers, Lookout Towers

In the early 20th century, forestry agencies constructed dozens of lookout structures atop western North Carolina’s mountains as the backbone of a fire detection system. Many of these lookouts survive in North Carolina today, and they represent some of the most scenic destinations for hikers who want to see the incredible vistas of the southern … Read More “Enchanting Vistas From North Carolina’s Lookout Towers with Peter Barr” »

Enchanting Vistas From North Carolina’s Lookout Towers with Peter Barr

Posted on By Exploration Local
Adventure, Author, Cartography, Fire Lookout Towers, Mountains

In the early 20th century, forestry agencies constructed dozens of lookout structures atop western North Carolina’s mountains as the backbone of a fire detection system. Many of these lookouts survive in North Carolina today, and they represent some of the most scenic destinations for hikers who want to see the incredible vistas of the southern … Read More “Enchanting Vistas From North Carolina’s Lookout Towers with Peter Barr” »