And these rock columns are very similar to other basalt rock columns throughout the Columbia River Gorge. What's the difference? (mysterious music) So it turns out there's two basalt stories here.

as huge basalt cliffs will accompany you, and water views most of the way up. Don’t want to stop walking? Have more time?

Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area The Columbia ... you'll walk past several waterfalls along the creek, as well as tall basalt cliffs and forests of Douglas fir, cedar and hemlock.