3 days ago · Steptoe Butte is a thimble-shaped, 3,612-foot tall quartzite butte in southeast Washington. It stands out against soft hills of green and mauve, an occasional barn dotting the landscape.

Established through the generous 1946 donation by conservationist Virgil McCroskey and enhanced by recent acquisitions that protect surrounding slopes, Steptoe Butte State Park Heritage Site serves …

Steptoe Butte State Park is a 150-acre, 3,612-foot-tall natural monument. Thimble-shaped, the quartzite butte looms in bald grandeur over the prevailing flat lands.

Thimble-shaped, the quartzite butte looms in bald grandeur over the prevailing flat lands. The park is famous for its stark, dramatic beauty and the panoramic view it provides of surrounding farmlands, …

4 days ago · Plan your visit to Steptoe Butte State Park and access park amenities, best times to visit, and nearby outdoor recreational opportunities.

Steptoe Butte State Park, located in the rolling hills of eastern Washington, offers visitors sweeping panoramic views of the Palouse region’s patchwork farmland and unique geological features.

Families, couples, friends, and solo visitors can all enjoy the park’s stunning views and peaceful atmosphere. The best times of year to visit are in the spring and fall, but the park is open year-round …

Steptoe Butte State Park is a butte has a unique geology that contains some of the oldest rock in the Pacific Northwest. A hike to the top of the butte will give you the most beautiful views over its …

Fans of geology, history and, of course, nature can enjoy this 168-acre day-use park. The top of the butte has magnificent views from above the Palouse Hills, and you can learn more about the area’s …

The 3,612-foot (1,101 m) butte is preserved as Steptoe Butte State Park Heritage Site, a publicly owned 150-acre (61 ha) recreation area located 12 miles (19 km) north of Colfax.