Starting from Beacon Rock State Park's equestrian trailhead, hike up Hardy Ridge to Phlox Point, then take the Bridge Trail and Don's Cutoff to the Saddle, then go up to Hamilton Mountain and return on Equestrian Trail. 

Activity Notes

Weather/conditions depending, we will explore the bounties of Beacon Rock State Park.  Please be prepared for wind, rain and snowy/icy stretches of trail.  With any luck, we'll find some trilliums and maybe a few other early spring blooms.

For those carpooling, assemble at the MMC at 6:45, ready to roll at 7, start hiking ~8.

Passes/Tolls: WA Discover Pass ($10 day pass can be purchased from machines in main parking lot)

Other Information
Driving Distance from Portland 45 miles
Driving Time from Portland 60 hours
Distance - Round Trip 11 miles
Interesting Features Ridgelines