Tom McCall Point Trail
McCall Point Trail Near Portland
McCall Point Trail, also known as Tom McCall Point Trail, is a
scenic hike located in the Columbia River Gorge near Mosier, Oregon. It’s part
of the Tom McCall Preserve at Rowena, managed by The Nature Conservancy to
protect sensitive wildlife and habitats.
🌼 Trail
Highlights
- Distance: Around
4.5 Miles
- Elevation
Gain: Around 1000 Ft
- Difficulty:
Moderate
- Route
Type: Out-and-back
- Trailhead:
Rowena Crest Viewpoint (parking is free)
- Season: Open March 1 – October 31 (closed in wet season to prevent erosion)
- Features:
- Stunning
views of the Columbia River Gorge, Clear day we can see the Mt hood.
- Spring
wildflowers like balsamroot and penstemon
- Wildlife
sightings (watch for ticks, rattlesnakes, and poison oak)
Best hike to view Wildflowers: The
hike is especially famous for its phenomenal display of wildflowers in the
spring, typically peaking from late April to early May. Expect to see vibrant
balsamroot, lupine, and other colorful blooms.
How To Reach: The trailhead for the
McCall Point Trail is at the Rowena Crest Viewpoint on the Historic Columbia
River Highway, a popular scenic overlook near Mosier, Oregon.
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