Burley Mtn is a drive-up to an open fire lookout with expansive views of Rainier, St. Helens, and Mt Adams. You can stay overnight at the lookout on a first-come basis. But bring some sheets as the two beds and mattresses are grundgy. There is a wood stove for heat so also bring some firewood to take the morning chill off. This is an exposed area so it can be quite windy. There is a picnic bench and some trees for your antennas. Best terrain takeoffs are to the east and south...a radio repeator tower is on the west side of the peak.
Driving Directions: Take FR25 south from Randle. Go west on NF76 from the Iron Creek picnic turnoff, 1/8-mile south of the Iron Creek CG. Take NF77 south off NF76. There is a Burley Mtn road sign to help. NF77 winds around for a considerable distance but is a fairly good road for a 2wd vehicle. At a 4-way intersection, take NF7605 north to the LO. This road requires a high-clearance vehicle.
Access Info: There is some parking (2, maybe 3 spots) about 300 ft. east of the lookout.
This would be a great site for a SOTA overnight if you could stay in the LO.
