The Memaloose Hills are west of the Rowena Plateau, accessible from the Memaloose Overlook parking area.
In early spring the area is famous for its colorful wildflowers.
In mid-January I was a few weeks early for the big wildflower show. But, as always, there were plenty of other things to keep me entertained.
Only a few miles east of Hood River, this is a fine place to enjoy an outing. But, the concrete skies and drizzle were not great for taking photographs.
Looking down the Columbia River from the upper summit
Upper summit as seen from lower summit
Oak leaf refuses to fall
Lower trail leading through the Oak trees
Memaloose Island in the early morning light
Cattails
McCall Point nearby
Lower summit
Grass Widows in early springtime on a prior year hike
This man has skills in the photography arena. Just sayin’.
Thanks for the kind words Jason.
Leaves that refuse to fall, refuse to give in to gravity, always catch my eye. No oaks where I live, John, so this is a special treat. 🙂
Thanks. Oak leaves are especially tough and can hang on a long time.