Geologic preserve and public recreation area in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area and includes Beacon Rock, an 848-foot (258 m) basalt volcanic plug on the north shore of the Columbia River
General Information
Camping fees vary by campsite and season
How to Get There
From Vancouver (35 mi): Take WA-14 east along the Columbia River Gorge and follow signs for the park entrance near Beacon Rock and the hiking trail parking areas.
Beacon Rock State Park is a geologic preserve and public recreation area on Route 14 in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area in Skamania County, Washington. The park takes its name from Beacon Rock, an 848-foot (258 m) basalt volcanic plug on the north shore of the Columbia River 32 miles (51 km) east of Vancouver. On October 31, 1805, the Lewis and Clark Expedition arrived here and first measured tides on the river, indicating that they were nearing the ocean.
The park was established in 1935. Workers with the Civilian Conservation Corps made improvements which remain in use.
The park's 4,464 acres (1,807 ha) include 9,500 feet (2,900 m) of Columbia River shoreline and forested uplands with 20 miles (32 km) of hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian trails. The park has boating and camping facilities. Trails go to the top of Beacon Rock and Little Beacon Rock. Hardy Falls and Rodney Falls (Pool of the Winds) are scenic highlights along the trail to the summit of 2,445-foot (745 m) Hamilton Mountain, which has a view of Bonneville Dam and points east. Hamilton Mountain Saddle, located north of the summit, provides additional views, including Table Mountain, and the opportunity for a 7.75 miles (12.47 km) loop hike.
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