Beacon Rock State Park
Beacon Rock Trailhead
Popular Hikes
Beacon Rock
1.8 miles, out and back,
The Beacon Rock Trail ascends to the top of Beacon Rock (850’ elevation), one of the world’s largest monoliths. The trail was built directly
onto the side of the rock with 52 switchbacks. This amazing trail was
originally built between 1915-1918 by
philanthropist Henry Biddle. Views
include the Columbia River Gorge,
Bonneville Dam, and Pierce Wildlife
Refuge. Interpretive panels along the
trail explain history and geology.
easy to moderate, 578’ gain
River to Rock Trail
1.5 miles, out and back,
easy to moderate, 272’ gain
View from Beacon Rock Summit looking east.
Beacon Rock trail.
River to Rock Trail is the newest trail in the park, it begins at the west
end of Beacon Rock trailhead. The trail climbs then descends to a wetland area and Riddell Lake. Enjoy views of Beacon Rock from the west
side of the lake then hike through a century old filbert orchard. Quickly
descend to a foot bridge across Woodward Creek at Moorage Road.
Turn left here to access the Columbia River waterfront. The River to
Rock Trail can also be accessed from the boat launch area parking lot.
Trails open 8AM-Dusk
Foot traffic only
Backcountry camping prohibited
