Columbia Hills State Park - Horsethief Butte — Friday, Jun. 16, 2023

Evening light was superb illuminating the grassy hillsides and stately basalt columns alongside the Columbia River. We meandered a mile plus hoping to circumnavigate Horsethief Butte, though the far side of the trail is closed for restoration.

Signs and guidebooks speak of petroglyphs though we saw none on our visit. I believe them to be higher and deeper into the recesses of the butte itself. Our plan is to return on our way back to Washington for a summit trek and more exploration.