ViewpointHidden gem
Rowena Crest Viewpoint
The Dalles, Oregon
Looping road switchbacks and a wildflower plateau above the Gorge.
- Cost
- Free
- Booking
- No need to book
- Time to allow
- 45 min
A plateau above the Columbia River where spring wildflowers explode across the basalt. Nearby are the famous looping hairpins of the old highway. The Tom McCall Preserve trail starts here.
Good to know
- Visit in April and May for wildflowers
- The wind can be strong
- Best time
- Spring, sunrise
- Open
- All year, best in spring
- Getting there
- Gravel car park, usually fine
- Vehicles
- Fine in any car
- Dogs
- Dogs on a lead
Facilities
- Toilets
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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