topic Viewpoint / lookout symbol? in ArcGIS Pro Questions

Viewpoint / lookout symbol?

Sean_Gambrel — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:46:01 GMT

Where can I find the standard viewpoint / lookout / vista / scenic symbol? The kind with a dot and projecting lines in a semicircle?

I've spent well over an hour now browsing icons and fonts and no luck. It's absolutely bonkers to me that a company providing mapping software doesn't include what is a very common map symbol anywhere in the hundres of obscure icons they provide.

Re: Viewpoint / lookout symbol?

SteveCole — Thu, 25 Jun 2026 22:59:53 GMT

I won't defend ESRI's decision making because I agree so I'll just link you to the NPS' symbology style that they have made available for download through AGOL.

Re: Viewpoint / lookout symbol?

Jacob_K — Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:19:38 GMT

Hi Sean!

I similarly haven't been able to find that icon readily available. It does look like a similar icon exists in the NPS symbology style Steve provided.

Similar, albeit imperfect approaches within ArcGIS Pro would be to use the box tower icon or landmark icon to convey similar meaning, provided they don't compete with other map components.

I was able to review several downloadable styles as well and wasn't able to find a similar icon across preset styles, and styles designed for various industries: Business, Civil, Civil Support, Communications, Gas & Pipelines, Military Emergency Management, Public Signs, Signal Intelligence, or Transportation. Various search terms did not return matches (viewpoint, scenic, outlook, vista, viewing, vantage).

There was an icon that seemed closer in the Government style, downloadable and linked below - the "Laser-Light" icon. However, this doesn't seem to be an entirely appropriate solution either.

https://esri-styles.maps.arcgis.com/home/item.html?id=a3109109c7114857809d70a230896934#overview

In the Government style library, there is a designated "Viewing Area" icon, and a "Wildlife Viewing" icon that seem like the best fit for your needs.

From my research, it looks like your primary concern is valid and I would recommend contributing to the ArcGIS Ideas section of the Community, or reaching out to Esri Support Services for additional support.

Re: Viewpoint / lookout symbol?

Sean_Gambrel — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 22:40:40 GMT

Thanks. I've downloaded and added the style. Unfortuantely I don't seem to be able to change the color, which is generally imperative on a map. Disappointing.

Re: Viewpoint / lookout symbol?

Sean_Gambrel — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 22:41:09 GMT

Thanks for the reply. Unfortunately those symbols won't work for this application.