Rowena Plateau and Tom McCall Point — May. 20, 2018

Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - OR

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Wildflowers blooming

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Really wanted to catch a sunrise here, and a friend and I made it for a great one over the gorge and wildflowers ^.^ The wind was going crazy, but the area was wonderful and full of color and light.

Rowena Plateau and Tom McCall Point — Apr. 28, 2018

Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - OR

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Seattle-Amy

WTA Member

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Wildflowers blooming

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This is one of my favorite hikes along the Gorge. So many flowers right now, including my first paintbrush of the year. The views and flowers are incredible almost the entire way up. I think the peak itself is a little anti-climatic, but on a clear day (not today), there’s a nice view of Mt Hood from the top.

Rowena Plateau and Tom McCall Point — May. 20, 2017

Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - OR

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jagiusti

20

Wildflowers blooming

Must admit, didn't hike the whole trail, just explored enough to take in the sweeping views and wildflowers. People reported them being in full bloom, but I felt it was a little sparse. But all things considered, it was still beautiful. Never drove along the Columbia River Gorge Highway before, so was really treated to some magical heights.

Distance: ~.3mi
Gain: ~50ft
Time: ~30min
Weather: Sunny and gorgeous.

Rowena Plateau and Tom McCall Point — May. 6, 2017

Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - OR

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Seattle-Amy

WTA Member

100

Wildflowers blooming

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This hike packs a lot in a short distance - expansive views of the Gorge, views and Adams and Hood, gorgeous wildflowers and a tougher than expected workout. Balsamroot are a little past peak at the bottom and at peak at the top, and lupine look to be a little before peak. I spotted a few ticks, and the other day a friend saw a huge rattler here.

Rowena Plateau and Tom McCall Point — May. 6, 2017

Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - OR

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Kristinleclair

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Wildflowers blooming

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A-MA-ZING!! We were planning on hiking Dog Mountain and then switched courses when we heard the flowers weren't in full bloom yet. This hike was incredible! I loved everything about it and highly recommend it. Mt. Hood remained shrouded by clouds all day but Mt. Adams was gorgeous! It is really windy all the way up, so dress accordingly. We then headed over to Horsethief Butte, which was a totally different experience, and then a quick stop at Cowiche Canyon on the way home.