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Recreation Region: Hume Lake Ranger District

Buck Rock Lookout

Buck Rock Lookout, in the Sequoia National Forest, sits atop a granite dome with a breathtaking view of the Great Western Divide and surrounding high peaks of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. 

Access to the top comes with 172 steps suspended from the side of the rock, up to a lookout constructed in 1923. The building represents one of only three left in the world of the earliest 4-A style live-in cabins.

As for its name, Native Americans referred to the natural wonder as “Finger Rock” and noticed that, from a certain angle, you can see the profile of a male “buck” warrior.

General Information

First Come, First Served

No fees for Buck Rock, but you will need to pay the Park entrance fee.

Contact Name: Hume Lake Ranger District Office

Contact Phone: 559-338-2251

Photo of Hume Lake Ranger District taken June 24, 2025

Address: 35860 East Kings Canyon Road Dunlap, CA 93621
Phone: 559-338-2251
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Elevation

8479

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restroom information is not available for this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Picnic Tables

Picnic tables are available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated August 31, 2026