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Aug 14, 2006 by Rod White from Portland/Beulah CO
Overall Rating: 10

• The 40 mile loop forested foot-trail that is unique to Portland winds through Council Crest. Hop on and away you go ...
• Ahh, too many views??? Hard pressed to find a negative.

“I lived in the Portland Heights area for over a year - just below Council Crest. I often walked up to the top before going to work and/or after coming back home. It's a super fine area with fantastic views of St. Helens, Adams, Mt. Hood, the Coastal Range to the west and on a real clear day, one can see Mt. Rainer peeking around the edge of Mt. St. Helens. And yes, if its cloudy, you cant see much but the energy is there, none the less. For the unrban view, one gets a birds eye view of some of Portlands downtown city lights at night - there are no lights on the top within the park - this helps maintain clarity for night sights beyond. I've spent many a solitary moment up there with no one around. Security has never been a problem, although, always be prepared for the unexpected no matter where you are. The view of the Columbia as it rolls towards the Pacific is easily recognized. The confluance area of the Columbia and the Willamette River moving through Portland is also easily recognizable. BIG view, great area!”

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Jun 3, 2006 by dan from des moines, Ia
Overall Rating: 10

• The view on a clear day.
• The winding roads to get there.

“On clear day you can Mt Rainer, Mt Adams, Mt St Hellens, Mt Hood and Mt Jefferson. It is truly a great place to view all of Portland. Don't miss it when you are in Portland. ”

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