5 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.

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.

And Steptoe sits smack in the middle of the area, providing a great overview in every direction. We've been to the top 3x now and not encountered traffic of any kind really. It does get windy up there, and …

1 day ago · This trail is a road that spirals around this tallest point in the region all the way to the top of the butte. The summit gives you a 360° degree view of the Palouse making it a popular photo …

Steptoe Butte State Park Heritage Site is a historical state park in Eastern Washington, with hiking, and birdwatching. Find trails, maps, and tips.

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.

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 …

Jul 2, 2026 · The contrast between the gentle rolling hills around Steptoe Butte and the harsh, angular cliffs at Palouse Falls illustrates the incredible diversity packed into this region. Wildlife viewing adds …

Steptoe Butte State Park provides a good view out over the Palouse region of eastern Washington.

Steptoe Butte State Park features a paved summit road approximately 4.1 miles long that winds up the butte via a series of switchbacks, providing vehicular access to the top for standard passenger cars, …