description Tom McCall Preserve Overview
Tom McCall Preserve is a protected natural area in Oregon’s Columbia River Gorge, near the community of Rowena. It is named for Tom McCall, who served as governor of Oregon, and is known for its native grasslands, bunchgrass slopes, and seasonal displays of wildflowers. The preserve provides habitat for dry-country plants and offers access to a distinctive open landscape within the gorge.
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Where is Tom McCall Preserve?
Tom McCall Preserve is at Rowena in Oregon's Columbia River Gorge, between Hood River and The Dalles. The preserve overlooks the gorge from a plateau with native grasslands and spring wildflowers.
When is Tom McCall Preserve open to visitors?
The Nature Conservancy lists the preserve as open from March 1 through October 31 because of winter erosion and ground-disturbance concerns. Spring is the main wildflower season, although bloom timing varies by year.
How long is the hike at Tom McCall Preserve?
The preserve has a one-mile plateau trail and a longer McCall Point route that gains about 1,000 feet. Travel Oregon describes the point hike from Rowena Overlook as roughly 3.4 miles round trip.
Can I bring my dog to Tom McCall Preserve?
No, dogs are not allowed on the preserve because the site protects sensitive habitat and wildflowers. The Nature Conservancy also asks visitors to stay on marked trails and not pick flowers.
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