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Confidence
A new seasonal permit system launches 3/31 at the trailhead to address safety concerns along SR 14. Permits are required Saturday and Sunday, April 20 through June 16. Parking at the trailhead is limited and policed. Consider taking the shuttle. $5/vehicle/day, unless you have a Recreation Pass.
Path Type
There and Back
The hike starts steeply through scattered woods. The beginning is arguable the hardest part of the hike! You'll shortly come to a junction;stay right for a less difficult ascent and continue to follow the switchbacks up. You are quickly rewarded with aerial views of the Columbia River and wildflowers in the spring. If you are not up for the whole hike, but would still like great views, there is a viewpoint a mile from the top, perfect for a picnic. However, since you've come this far, continuing that last mile will bring you to an open, breezy meadow. No matter the time of the year, you'll always greet fellow hikers at the top thanks to the great access of this trailhead.
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