Pilot Rock, Volcanic mountain in Oregon, US
The 570-foot-tall Pilot Rock formation rises from the western Cascade Range near the Siskiyou Mountains, visible from 40 miles across Shasta and Rogue valleys.
Dating back 25.6 million years, this andesite formation emerged when magma broke through the Earth's crust and solidified beneath the surface while surrounding rocks eroded.
The Takelma Native Americans named this formation Tan-ts'at-seniphtha, meaning stone standing up, before settlers called it Boundary Mountain and later Pilot Rock.
Visitors can reach the rock through forest roads leading to a parking area, with connecting trails including the Pacific Crest Trail network.
Since 1942, nine aircraft collisions occurred at Pilot Rock during conditions of reduced visibility, marking its impact on regional aviation history.
Location: Oregon
Made from material: andesite
GPS coordinates: 42.03070,-122.56100
Latest update: March 26, 2025 20:43
Oregon features natural hot springs, waterfalls, and volcanic landscapes. The state contains geological formations, historic lighthouses, and coastal sections. The region presents desert areas, lakes, mountains, and canyons with various hiking trails.
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