2020 Map of Beacon Rock

About this map

Gifford Pinchot National Forest dominates this mountain landscape in Skamania County, where the southern reaches of the Cascades meet the Columbia River corridor. The map highlights a complex network of recreational and natural landmarks, centered on the towering Hamilton Mountain and the iconic volcanic monolith of Beacon Rock. Modern land management is evident in the transition from the national forest to the Pierce National Wildlife Refuge near the Columbia. The long-distance Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail winds through the northern elevations, passing Three Corners Rock, while more localized paths like the Equestrian Loop and Don's Cut-Off serve visitors closer to the river. Water is a defining element throughout, from the Washougal River in the west to the cascading waters of Hardy Falls and Rodney Falls in the central drainage basins.