At approximately 1 mile, where the Lookout Mountain Trail No. 412 reaches the ridge, the Lookout Ridge Trail begins. The route is difficult to locate and searching will be necessary, not signed and un-maintained other than occasional cutting out of trees on the route. The trail is on the ridge, so if sections of tread disappear, just keep on going and you'll soon be back on track. This ridge goes up and down, finally terminating on Forest Service Road 43 (Buttermilk-Libby Road).

This very scenic route has the best views up and down the Methow Valley, not to mention the panoramic view of the Sawtooth Range and the Twisp River Valley. During July the bloom of native plants is truly a sight to see.

This route may have some sections that are difficult to locate. Though described here going from the Lookout Mountain Trail west, reversing the route is also possible.

Parking area at end of road, at and elevation of 4300 feet.