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

Hike up the panoramic West Hardy Ridge to Phlox Point where we lunch.

Then down the East Hardy Ridge, cross a wooden bridge, and up Don's Cutoff to

summit Mt. Hamilton. Then back down, across the bridge and out.

Hike 14 miles with an elevation gain of 3,200 feet.

Drive round trip 93 miles; Discover Pass for drivers.

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