Beacon Rock

Yesterday, Barbara, Hopper and I traveled north, across the Columbia River, into southern Washington, to visit Beacon Rock State Park. Beacon Rock is the remnant of an extinct volcano. While Barbara and Hopper enjoyed the picnic area I hiked to the top of Beacon Rock. That wasn’t my original plan as the hike appeared more difficult than I thought. The hike is 1.5 miles round trip with an elevation gain of 574 feet. My original plan was to hike to the river side of the rock, take some photos of the Columbia River and then hike back. However, the hike wasn’t as difficult as I thought so I continued to the top. I’m really glad I did as the view up there was incredible.

Beacon Rock from across the Columbia River.
The trail.
The Columbia River.
Looking east, up the Columbia River Gorge.
Looking north.
Looking west, down the Columbia River Gorge.
More trail, looking down.

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I am a retired professional geologist who loves hiking, photography and travelling with my lovely wife Barbara.

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