Beacon Rock State Park Travel Guide

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A view of the Columbia River Gorge from Hamilton Mountain in Washington State.
A view of the Columbia River Gorge from Hamilton Mountain in Washington State.
Here is what people usually come to see at Beacon Rock State Park, the 848-foot basalt plug which gives the park its name.

You can actually walk up to the top of it using a very well-constructed, reinforced and paved trail which spirals around the monolith and deposits you on its summit.

All along the way, you can peek out to see some of the most breathtaking views of the gorge.

The only trouble is, when you get that close to the thing, you can't get a decent photo of it in its entirety.  For that, your best bet is this state park, which is a little less than a mile away.

That's Table Mountain to the right, whose trailhead is some five miles to the East.
Beacon rock is a hikable 848-foot basalt volcanic plug on the Washington side of the Columbia River. There is a 3/4 mile trail that ascends the rock and 51 switchbacks later, you're rewarded with incredible views of the Columbia River Gorge. The currents views are a little sad as the damage from recent fire forests is quite evident in the Oregon side of the river.
You'll no doubt want to photograph the monstrous basalt plug that gives this park its name.  

But look behind you, if you think of it.  The view's not bad from the other side, either.

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Bonneville Hot Springs Resort & Spa

Bonneville Hot Springs Resort & Spa

3 out of 5
1252 E Cascade Dr North Bonneville WA
The price is NZ$229 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
NZ$229
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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Bonneville Hot Springs Resort & Spa
Skamania Lodge

Skamania Lodge

3.5 out of 5
1131 Skamania Lodge Way Stevenson WA
The price is NZ$298 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
NZ$298
1 Apr - 2 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Stevenson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
Beautiful hotel, very clean, kind staff members, and lots of amenities to enjoy with the family. I absolutely loved the location overlooking at the Columbia River. I was granted early check in, which made a difference for me in wanting to come back in the future. My kids loved the big pool and green ...

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Skamania Lodge
Carson Hot Springs Resort

Carson Hot Springs Resort

2.5 out of 5
372 St. Martin's Springs Road Carson WA
Stay at this spa hotel in Carson. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Spa was relaxing and clean. Feels like the place has been renovated since our last stay a few years ago!

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Carson Hot Springs Resort
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The Hide & Seek: vintage modern forest cabin with sauna

The Hide & Seek: vintage modern forest cabin with sauna

Rhododendron OR
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The bed was very cozy, the sauna was awesome and the toilet was delightful! Thank you for all the special touches that made your place in the forest a welcoming retreat!

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The Hide & Seek: vintage modern forest cabin with sauna
Springdale Farm & Views - the Gorge, Downtown, Mt. Hood

Springdale Farm & Views - the Gorge, Downtown, Mt. Hood

Troutdale OR
Stay at this holiday home in Troutdale. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Sandy River and Glenn Otto Community ...
10/10 Exceptional! (102 reviews)
Amazing view everything was so peaceful and beautiful.

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Springdale Farm & Views - the Gorge, Downtown, Mt. Hood
Million Dollar Sandy River View On Beautiful Mt. Hood!

Million Dollar Sandy River View On Beautiful Mt. Hood!

Rhododendron OR
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9.8/10 Exceptional! (299 reviews)
Hot tub was great, the house was clean and it’s next to impossible to beat that view! Chris was super helpful and Linda was also great, they both gave us some fantastic info to make for a fun and easy fishing weekend.

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Million Dollar Sandy River View On Beautiful Mt. Hood!
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