Peak · Columbia Hills State Park
Horsethief Butte
0.6 mi round trip21 ft gainEasyDay hike: No permitOvernight: Campground
Get alerts for this hikePermits and reservations
Day hikeNo permit
No permit or reservation. Just the Discover Pass on your dashboard.
OvernightCampground
Overnight stays only in park campgrounds, booked through Washington State Parks.
Washington State Parks rules. Matched from trail managers on the map. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.
About the trail
Distance0.6 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain21 ftTotal climb, round trip
Summit502 ftFrom elevation data
Overview
Horsethief Butte is a peak reached by a 0.6-mile round trip from Horsethief Butte Trailhead. The route follows Horsethief Butte Trail to the summit.
Heads up: the last stretch to the top is off trail.
Photos from hikers
Loading photos…
What you need
Parking and passes
This trailhead is on state land, so you need a Discover Pass on your dashboard.
Get a Discover PassGetting there
The hike starts at Horsethief Butte Trailhead. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.