In constructing the trail for Beacon Rock, Biddle brought in the help of Charles Johnson – one of the key engineers who we can also thank for constructing the beloved Columbia River Highway.

Also consider the half-mile Overlook Trail, which affords expansive views of the Columbia River ... Talbot State Park. Here, you'll find the trailhead just off the highway for a short walk ...

On top of that, the Historic Columbia River Highway Scenic Byway is actually ... especially at the Catherine Creek Trail and Dalles Mountain Ranch! Summer is the most popular time to visit the ...