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 for 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 3100'.

Drive 97 miles round trip. Discover Pass needed for drivers.

 

 

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