Beacon Rock/Wahkeenah Falls Hike Presented by PCC and the Audubon Society July 25, 2009

Second in the new Columbia River Gorge hike series presented by Portland Audubon Society and PCC!

Beacon Rock is an ancient volcanic plug, a monolith rising almost 1000' from the valley floor. The top is reached by 47 hairpin switchbacks and catwalks. Afterward, hike the hidden falls on the Wahkeena loop trail with spectacular views. 7miles, 800-1600' elevation gains

80 miles long and 4000' deep, the Columbia River Gorge is among the most dramatic sweeps of scenery in the entire country. The gorge cuts through the Cascade Mountain range and down to the coast, featuring ancient lava flows, ice age flood evidence, dramatic waterfalls and lush forests. All 3 hikes in the series will be led by Audubon naturalist Steve Engel. Fee goes to support the Audubon Society. Meeting place TBA>