Beacon Rock State Park sits outside of Skamania, Washington in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. This small camp provides a new updated highline and access to Hamilton Mountain and Hardy Ridge. Use this camp as a base camp to other day rides in the Columbia River Gorge.

Camp Overview

Campsites: 2 sites
Fees: Free with Discover Pass
Permits: None.
Popularity: Low use.
Elevation: 782 feet
Season: Year round.
Cell Service: Verizon – full coverage.

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Getting There

Directions: From Vancouver, drive east on SR 14 for 35 miles to Beacon Rock State Park. Just before the Ranger Station, turn left on Kueffler Road and drive 1 mile. Turn right on a gravel road with a small sign marked “Equestrian Trailhead.” Proceed for 0.3 mile on this narrow road to a large parking area, picnic area and equestrian campground. 

Google Directions: Map Link
GPS Coordinates: 45.64106, -122.03229
Road Conditions: Mostly paved. A few small pot holes once in the park, then turns to gravel going up the hill.
Gas Station: Chevron – 51 Cascade Dr, North Bonneville, WA 98639

Amenities & Camp Details

Stock Containment: Highline. Very long and shared between both sites.
Stock Water: Spigot – but was not on at last check.
Potable Water: No.
Manure Bin: Yes.
Trash/Dumpster: No – pack it out.
Bathroom: Yes – vault.
Day Use Parking: Yes – large parking lot. Requires Discover Pass

Reserving Your Spot

Reservations: First come, first served.
Check In/Check Out: 2:30 PM check-in, 1:00 PM check-out. 

Site Specifics:

Site 1: Large grassy, shared area with site 2. Shared highline.
Site 2: Large grassy, shared area with site 1. Shared highline.

Nearby Trails & GPX Tracks:

WHT: Hamilton Mountain
WHT: Hardy Ridge East Side
WHT: Hardy Ridge West Side
WHT: Loop Trail

Nearby Dispersed Camps

None known.


Backcountry Camp Options

Not suitable for overnight backcountry use.

Nearby Trails (Haul Out)

Additional Resources

Camp Land Manager & Contact Info

Beacon.Rock@parks.wa.gov
(509) 427-8265

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