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Rooster Rock is a well-known 180-foot pillar of Columbia River basalt located below the cliffs of Crown Point at the western end of Rooster Rock State Park. The rock was an ancient Indian place of worship and was originally called Woutoulat. This is probably the rock mentioned by Lewis & Clark as their camping place on November 2, 1805. According to Oregon Geographic Names, the modern name is of phallic significance.
Activity Notes
This climb is geared toward FM101 graduates. Skills needed the ones covered in FM101/BCEP. The weather is expected to be hot so please hydrate well, starting the day before the climb, and bring appropriate gear to protect yourself from the sun. There is a risk of poison oak on the trail so long pants may be a good option if you are allergic to it. Also sunglasses, sunscreen, and water while climbing.| Other Information | |
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| Driving Distance from Portland | 25 miles |
| Driving Time from Portland | 0 hours |
| General Route Info | summitpost: https://www.summitpost.org/rooster-rock-columbia-gorge/151864 |
| Expected Duration | Car to car in one day |
| Relevant Maps | Google map https://goo.gl/maps/VNw2Q6omxRv |