Columbia National Wildlife Refuge - Rimrock Lake
Central Washington
Astronomy
MoonWaxing Gibbous (71%)
Stargazingfair
Trail Conditions
SnowReported on trail
MudReported on trail
“All the upper trail was pretty clear.”
Last report: Jun 30, 2026
Safety & Considerations
Today's Hazard
- Strong sun — sunscreen, hat, and sunglasses recommended; water reflection adds glare near the lake
Getting There
Recent Reports
Jun 30, 2026
The lower marsh land areas of the trail had some thick grass closing in throughout some areas. All the upper trail was pretty clear.
Mar 21, 2026
Hiked this short beautiful trail yesterday morning! this area looks more like Utah than Washington.
Dec 28, 2025
I needed a little solo drive and hike, so I settled on this. We hit the trail just in time to enjoy a stunning sunset, see so geese, some type of ducks I am not familiar with, and listen to the coyotes!
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