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 are 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. We have reserved group picnic site C. Look for sign directing you to the right location. As a reminder, there is a $5 parking fee charged at this park per vehicle. Or if you have the Oregon Parks pass this covers the fee. Please remove rings, and all jewely that has any potential to get caught while climbing (rings, bracelets, longer necklaces) Please tie back hair longer than shoulder length so it doesnt get caught in your belay/rappel  device!
Other Information
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
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