Difference between revisions of "Sturgeon Rock"
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[[Image:SturgeonRock.jpg|thumb|400px|Sturgeon Rock from the summit of Silver Star (Vancouver WA in the background). ''(Jeff Statt)'']] | [[Image:SturgeonRock.jpg|thumb|400px|Sturgeon Rock from the summit of Silver Star (Vancouver WA in the background). ''(Jeff Statt)'']] | ||
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** {{Hike ring|trailhead=Grouse Vista Trailhead|hike=Silver Star via Sturgeon Rock Loop Hike|log=Silver Star via Sturgeon Rock Loop Hike/Log|previous=Tarbell-Sturgeon Rock Trail Junction|next=Silver Star Upper Trail Junctions}} | ** {{Hike ring|trailhead=Grouse Vista Trailhead|hike=Silver Star via Sturgeon Rock Loop Hike|log=Silver Star via Sturgeon Rock Loop Hike/Log|previous=Tarbell-Sturgeon Rock Trail Junction|next=Silver Star Upper Trail Junctions}} | ||
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{{maplinkinfo|latitude=45.74829|longitude=-122.24871}} | {{maplinkinfo|latitude=45.74829|longitude=-122.24871}} | ||
{{Elevation|4035 feet}} | {{Elevation|4035 feet}} | ||
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One can summit Sturgeon Rock. You can access it by taking the Sturgeon Rock Trail off the traditional south route up Silver Star called the [[Silver Star via Grouse Vista Hike|Grouse Vista Trail]] (Grouse Vista does not pass the rock directly). Follow the Sturgeon Rock Trail until you reached the back end (west-most) of the rock, then scramble up. You'll be treated to some great views of [[Pyramid Rock]], Silver Star Mountain, [[Mount Rainier]], [[Mount Saint Helens]] and [[Mount Hood]]. | One can summit Sturgeon Rock. You can access it by taking the Sturgeon Rock Trail off the traditional south route up Silver Star called the [[Silver Star via Grouse Vista Hike|Grouse Vista Trail]] (Grouse Vista does not pass the rock directly). Follow the Sturgeon Rock Trail until you reached the back end (west-most) of the rock, then scramble up. You'll be treated to some great views of [[Pyramid Rock]], Silver Star Mountain, [[Mount Rainier]], [[Mount Saint Helens]] and [[Mount Hood]]. | ||
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* [http://portlandhikers.com/forums/post/711.aspx Highpointing] (Skamania County high point) | * [http://portlandhikers.com/forums/post/711.aspx Highpointing] (Skamania County high point) | ||
* [http://portlandhikers.com/forums/thread/10757.aspx Sturgeon Rock identity problem solved!] | * [http://portlandhikers.com/forums/thread/10757.aspx Sturgeon Rock identity problem solved!] | ||
* [http://portlandhikers.com/forums/thread/5781.aspx What's on YOUR current to do list?] (brief mention) | * [http://portlandhikers.com/forums/thread/5781.aspx What's on YOUR current to do list?] (brief mention) | ||
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* [http://www.summitpost.org/article/250809/sturgeon-rock-washougal-wa-is-official-high-point.html SummitPost page] | * [http://www.summitpost.org/article/250809/sturgeon-rock-washougal-wa-is-official-high-point.html SummitPost page] | ||
* [http://www.summitpost.org/view_object.php?object_id=162904 Summit Post: Sturgeon Stairway route] | * [http://www.summitpost.org/view_object.php?object_id=162904 Summit Post: Sturgeon Stairway route] | ||
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* [http://nwhiker.com/GPNFHike51.html NWHiker.com: South loop hike #51] | * [http://nwhiker.com/GPNFHike51.html NWHiker.com: South loop hike #51] | ||
* [http://adamschneider.net/photos/2006-06-ssm Adam Schneider: wildflower photos] | * [http://adamschneider.net/photos/2006-06-ssm Adam Schneider: wildflower photos] | ||
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=== Page Contributors === | === Page Contributors === | ||
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[[Image:SilverStarArea.jpg|600px]] | [[Image:SilverStarArea.jpg|600px]] |
Revision as of 00:06, 23 March 2016
- Hikes including this location:
- Weather forecast: NWS/NOAA
- Maps: Oregon Hikers Maps Google Maps
- Latitude, Longitude: 45.74829, -122.24871
- Elevation: 4035 feet
Description
Sturgeon Rock is a large basaltic monolith just to the west of Silver Star Mountain. It gets its name from its fin-like appearance when seen from Silver Star. Sturgeon Rock is traditionally known as the high point of Clark County. The rock actually crosses the county border into Skamania County at the point where a cairn sits. The USGS has the location of Sturgeon Rock incorrect. Please see the discrepancy by clicking on one of the map links above. Local hikers including Portland Hiker's own Don Nelsen fought to have the USGS recognize the mistake and modify the labeling on future maps. As of Summer of 2006, they have agreed to do so.
One can summit Sturgeon Rock. You can access it by taking the Sturgeon Rock Trail off the traditional south route up Silver Star called the Grouse Vista Trail (Grouse Vista does not pass the rock directly). Follow the Sturgeon Rock Trail until you reached the back end (west-most) of the rock, then scramble up. You'll be treated to some great views of Pyramid Rock, Silver Star Mountain, Mount Rainier, Mount Saint Helens and Mount Hood.
More Links
- Highpointing (Skamania County high point)
- Sturgeon Rock identity problem solved!
- What's on YOUR current to do list? (brief mention)
- SummitPost page
- Summit Post: Sturgeon Stairway route
- Chinook Trail association
- NWHiker.com: South loop hike #51
- Adam Schneider: wildflower photos
Page Contributors
- user:jeffstatt (creator)