Beacon Rock State Park
Today’s Forecast:
Today’s Report:
Hiking
Use Caution for hiking. High near 73°F. Low rain risk (1%). Breezy winds (20 mph).
- Temp: Favorable conditions
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Marginal weather factor
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Boating
Not Recommended for boating. High near 73°F. Low rain risk (1%). Windy conditions (20 mph).
- Temp: Favorable conditions
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Unfavorable weather factor
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
Camping
Use Caution for camping. High near 73°F. Low rain risk (1%). Breezy winds (20 mph).
- Temp: Favorable conditions
- Rain: Favorable conditions
- Wind: Marginal weather factor
- Thunderstorm: Favorable conditions
About Beacon Rock State Park
Beacon Rock State Park is a Washington destination for the Beacon Rock trail, Hamilton Mountain, campgrounds, boat access, and Columbia Gorge viewpoints.
Make the Most of a Beacon Rock State Park Day
Wet switchbacks and strong wind can make the rock trail uncomfortable. River users should separately assess current, waves, and launch conditions.
Weather Tips for Beacon Rock State Park
- Check rain timing, wind, visibility, temperature, and local access before choosing the day’s route.
- Cold water, waves, current, wind, and lightning should guide water plans more than sunshine alone.
- Check overnight lows, wet ground, fire rules, drainage, and the nearest substantial shelter before settling into camp.
- Summer smoke, winter access, shoulder-season closures, and shorter fall daylight can matter even during an otherwise mild forecast.
Nearby Towns and Areas
This page can also be useful when planning outdoor time near:
- Hamilton Mountain
- Bonneville Dam
- North Bonneville
- Pierce National Wildlife Refuge
- Stevenson
- Columbia River
- Cape Horn
Plan Around the Conditions
Use the forecast to choose the best version of a Beacon Rock State Park day. Match wind, precipitation, smoke, water conditions, trail surfaces, road access, temperature, and daylight to the activity that gives your group the safest and most comfortable plan.
7-Day Forecast for Beacon Rock State Park
Beacon Rock State Park Weather by Season
Winter
Winter at Beacon Rock State Park is cool and wet west of the Cascades, with occasional lowland snow or ice. Shaded roads, bridges, docks, and trails can remain slick after other surfaces clear.
Spring
Spring around Beacon Rock State Park brings changing conditions, rising rivers, wet trails, and lingering mountain snow. Cold water from rain and snowmelt remains a major planning factor. Mountain and eastern thunderstorms become increasingly possible later in the season.
Summer
Summer at Beacon Rock State Park is usually the driest and most dependable season, but wildfire smoke, fire restrictions, heat, and afternoon thunderstorms can interrupt plans. Use calmer mornings for boating or paddling and keep a shore-based backup. Dry vegetation makes local fire rules especially important.
Fall
Fall at Beacon Rock State Park brings cooler temperatures, shorter daylight, changing color, and the return of wetter weather west of the Cascades. Water cools faster than the air, increasing cold-water consequences. Check seasonal facility hours and allow extra time on busy event or salmon-viewing weekends.
Key Climate Data Points
- Annual average temperature: around 50–52°F near river level, using the relevant local or regional elevation context.
- Annual snowfall: snow is usually limited by the river, while upper Hamilton Mountain receives more, with substantial year-to-year and elevation variation.
- Warmest months: July and August are normally warmest.
- Coolest months: December and January are typically coolest.
- Wettest season: November through January.
- Driest season: July and August.
- Best outdoor window: May through October for hiking, boating, and camping.