Steptoe butte state park is a butte has a unique geology that contains some of the oldest rock in the pacific northwest A hike to the top of the butte will give you the most beautiful views over its surrounding landscape. Steptoe butte is a formation of granite pushed up from the bedrock vertically and has become a viewpoint where one can see the extreme beauty the rolling hills of the palouse for over a hundred miles. Steptoe butte is a prominent landmark in the palouse region of southeastern washington Here’s a summary of key information And steptoe sits smack in the middle of the area, providing a great overview in every direction
We've been to the top 3x now and not encountered traffic of any kind really It does get windy up there, and cold in the winter, but worth the drive for the views. Steptoe butte, or eomoshtoss, rises high above the rolling hills of the palouse country, an impressive landmark with many stories to tell Hundreds of millions of years ago, the rocks of today’s steptoe butte summit were a sandy beach on the west coast of north america. The hike to the top of the butte starts at its base in the picnic and rest area of steptoe butte state park & heritage site and follows the paved road up to the top of the butte where a viewing area, informational displays and a restroom (outhouse) are located.
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