When to Go
Outdoor activities are possible year-round in Hat Rock State Park, but the main season is from April through October. July and August are busiest, so consider booking your picnic spot in advance. Out of season, it’s easy to escape the crowds, and winter is also the best time to spot eagles and waterfowl around the lake.
Know Before You Go
- Hat Rock is 9 miles east of the city of Umatilla, about a 15-minute drive along Highway 730.
- Hat Rock facilities include four day-use picnic areas that can be reserved in advance, ADA-accessible restrooms, picnic tables, and a horse staging area. The closest shops and supermarkets are in Umatilla, so bring everything you need with you.
- Open fires are prohibited at all times—during dry periods, temporary restrictions may also be placed on fuel stoves and cooking devices.
Hat Rock State Park
This riverside oasis is a scenic spot for land- and water-based activities.
Named after its landmark hat-shaped rock, Hat Rock State Park is a lush oasis along the Columbia River Gorge. There are plenty of opportunities to get on the water, with boat ramp access to both Lake Wallula and the Columbia River. Set sail along the river, explore the lake in a kayak or Jet Ski, or enjoy fishing by the lakeside. Multi-use trails provide options for walkers, cyclists, and horseback riders, while the 10-mile Umatilla County Lewis and Clark Commemorative Trail runs east from Hat Rock. There’s no camping in the park itself, but campers can stay just outside the park boundaries.
Named after its landmark hat-shaped rock, Hat Rock State Park is a lush oasis along the Columbia River Gorge. There are plenty of opportunities to get on the water, with boat ramp access to both Lake Wallula and the Columbia River. Set sail along the river, explore the lake in a kayak or Jet Ski, or enjoy fishing by the lakeside. Multi-use trails provide options for walkers, cyclists, and horseback riders, while the 10-mile Umatilla County Lewis and Clark Commemorative Trail runs east from Hat Rock. There’s no camping in the park itself, but campers can stay just outside the park boundaries.
When to Go
Outdoor activities are possible year-round in Hat Rock State Park, but the main season is from April through October. July and August are busiest, so consider booking your picnic spot in advance. Out of season, it’s easy to escape the crowds, and winter is also the best time to spot eagles and waterfowl around the lake.
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Outdoor activities are possible year-round in Hat Rock State Park, but the main season is from April through October. July and August are busiest, so consider booking your picnic spot in advance. Out of season, it’s easy to escape the crowds, and winter is also the best time to spot eagles and waterfowl around the lake.
Know Before You Go
Public campgrounds (book externally) —