Grassy Knoll — Tuesday, Jun. 7, 2016

Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - WA

This is a good hike if you are tired of the usual hikes in Southwest Washington and want to try something different. This ambitious hike is gruelingly steep, but you will be rewarded with stunning views along the way. The meadow at the top of Grassy Knoll overlooks the surrounding hills and is a perfect spot for a break. My group was rewarded with a cacophony of flowers each time the trail broke out into the open. Unfortunately, the road into Grassy Knoll is so full of potholes and mini-ravines that you may begin to worry about your car’s undercarriage as you drive to the trailhead. The road is as bad as the one to Ed’s Trail on Silverstar, but it is much longer. I recommend skipping this hike if you haven’t hiked much in the area. There are other hikes near Vancouver that offer similar views without the difficult drive and the steep climb.