Historic Columbia River Highway - Rowena Crest Overlook
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About this park
This viewpoint also serves as a trailhead for adjacent Tom McCall Nature Preserve .
Each spring, the Rowena Plateau bursts into bloom with native lupine, balsamroot and other wildflowers. Hikers can take the 2.
To get there, take exit 69 off I-84 from Mosier and head east about 7 miles on Highway 30, or take the Rowena exit (#76) and head west on Highway 30 up the famous “Rowena Curves.
Setting
Landscape & setting
The view includes the iconic Rowena Loops — the horseshoe curves that wind up to the viewpoint, a true engineering marvel.
Things to do
Things to do
6-mile Plateau Trail for views of the epic geologic formations carved by Ice Age floods. Or, try a more challenging 4-mile out-and-back hike to McCall Point.
Pet policy
Dogs & pets
” Know Before You Go There are no restrooms at Rowena Crest. Visit Lower Mayer for public facilities. No dogs allowed in the Tom McCall Nature Preserve.
Background
History & notes
Rowena Crest is a stunning viewpoint and trailhead along the Historic Columbia River Highway that looks down on Mayer State Park and the Columbia River Gorge.
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