Ginkgo Petrified Forest and Wanapum
A National Natural Landmark at Vantage where petrified logs still lie where they were buried, plus a riverfront campground and swim area at Wanapum just down the road.
What to do
- Walk the 1.25-mile Trees of Stone Interpretive Trail past petrified logs in their original setting (about 3 miles of trail in all).
- Stop at the interpretive center overlooking the Columbia.
- Camp, swim or launch a boat at Wanapum Recreation Area.
Getting there
Know before you go
- A Discover Pass is required.
- Vehicle access to the Recreation Drive trail requires online registration.
- Summer hours run 6:30 a.m. to dusk.
- Fire restrictions change through the season; check the park alerts.