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.
Skamania Lodge

Skamania Lodge

3.5 out of 5
1131 Skamania Lodge Way Stevenson WA
The price is 3.815.926 ₫ per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
3.815.926 ₫
4.979.013 ₫ total
1 Mar - 2 Mar
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! (1,000 reviews)
My husband and I love Skamania Lodge! We got married here, so it's a very special place for us and we enjoy visiting from time to time. This was our first time going to the Waterleaf Spa for massages and it was one of the best massages of my life! The outdoor hot tub is glorious, too. The lobby and ...

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Skamania Lodge
Bonneville Hot Springs Resort & Spa

Bonneville Hot Springs Resort & Spa

2.5 out of 5
1252 E Cascade Dr North Bonneville WA
The price is 3.117.809 ₫ per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
3.117.809 ₫
3.606.417 ₫ total
4 Mar - 5 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in North Bonneville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Bonneville Lock and Dam and Beacon Rock ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (554 reviews)
Nice and new renovate resort style quiet location. We are a couple visitors during new year. So, a little bit loud at the hall way Not enough amenities towels at the pool but understandable for the full party of new year cerebration!

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Bonneville Hot Springs Resort & Spa
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! (1,024 reviews)
Comfortable beds, great staff, love the Bath and Wrap at the spa, so relaxing!

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

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Mt Air Motel

Mt Air Motel

2.5 out of 5
65500 U.S. 26 Welches OR
Stay at this aparthotel in Welches. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Mountain Sports and Salmon River are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4 reviews)
The best stay I ever had in my life
All of the experience was great from views and options of different things to see and food around town was great and the swimming lakes are so very beautiful

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

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Mount St. Helens which includes mountains, landscape views and views

Mount St. Helens

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount St. Helens during your travels in Stevenson. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront or seek out the hiking trails.

Mount St. Helens
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Ape Caves

Explore the great outdoors at Ape Caves, a lovely green space in Stevenson. Stroll along the riverfront in this romantic area or seek out the hiking trails.

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Dog Mountain Trail

You can take time to visit Dog Mountain Trail during your travels to Stevenson. Stroll along the riverfront in this romantic area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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Johnston Ridge Observatory

You can find out about the history of Stevenson with a trip to Johnston Ridge Observatory. Amble around this romantic area's riverfront or seek out the hiking trails.

Johnston Ridge Observatory
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Lower Lewis River Falls

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lower Lewis River Falls during your travels in Stevenson. Stroll along the riverfront in this romantic area or seek out the hiking trails.

Lower Lewis River Falls

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Enjoy a round of golf in Stevenson at Skamania Lodge Golf Course. Wander the riverfront in this romantic area.

Skamania Lodge Golf Course

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