Forest Park gets all the attention as an outdoor destination in Portland, but this lesser known trail and destination is a force all its own. The Warrior Rock Lighthouse Trail takes you along the beach, through fields, and in the end, you reach the namesake lighthouse, the smallest in Oregon and one of just two in the state that are not on the Pacific Ocean.
A 6.2-mile out and back trail follows along the beach for much of the way, giving you a great view of the Columbia River.
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Expansive fields along the way give you plenty to look at as you trek to the lighthouse.
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Be sure to look up, as migrating birds are always an amazing sight at Sauvie Island. Commonly spotted birds include bald eagles, osprey, and kingfishers.
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The tiny lighthouse comes into view, and you are almost there.
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Standing since 1930, the lighthouse followed the installation of a fog bell, which was installed in the same location in 1889.
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The best times to hike the trail are from April to September although it is open year round, and dogs on leashes are allowed.
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Before you take the hike, be sure to get a parking permit, available at the store directly over the bridge to Sauvie Island.
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Have you taken this hike? Let us know in the comments below.
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