Steptoe Butte Viewpoint- Palouse Hills

"High above the Palouse Hills on the eastern edge of Washington, Steptoe Butte contains some of the oldest rock in the Pacific Northwest, and it marks the border of the original North American Continent. Steptoe has, over time, been a wagon road, a hotel site, and an observatory location. In addition to inspiring vistas, the summit displays several interpretive panels that pay homage to its distinctive geology. This day-use park is a must-visit on a leisurely drive through eastern Washington. " [4Feet]: On an 'easy weekend', we stayed in eastern Washington for the first time. Unlike western Washington covered with glaciers and volcanic peaks, eastern Washington is significantly flat with miles of farm and wheat fields. On a 3,612-foot summit, Steptoe Butte offers unparalleled views of a truly unique landscape. The warm quartzite bluff stands out against soft hills of green and mauve, an occasional barn dotting the landscape. Colors seem to shift and change in the light. 12/4/20