Bone Point has been used as an observation site since the
1920's. Constructed in 1961, the present 30' steel tower is used
during emergencies, primarily for extreme fire danger and after
lightning storms.
From here you have an excellent view of Potamus Point and the
North Fork of the John Day River drainage to the west, Bridge Creek
Flats to the northeast, and up to Desolation Butte to the
southeast.
You are seeking an ammo box with a logbook, writing instruments
and trading items. Please check in and around the hiding spot
before you reach in, there could be snakes lurking.
Access is off Highway 395 northwest of Dale, taking the 3963
Road south (there is a road called "Bone Point Road" just north of
Meadowbrook Summit to the south, but it won't get you here). Follow
the main track uphill to the 060 spur at 44 58.351 119 01.462 (the
road sign is hard to see until you've made the turn). Take the spur
to the summit. Note: the last mile can be quite muddy when wet and
quite dusty when dry, and is steep/rocky the last 300'. The 060
Road is seasonally closed to motorized vehicles from December 1
thru April 30 each year.