Steptoe Butte State Park, State park observation point in Whitman County, United States.
Steptoe Butte State Park features an isolated rocky mountain rising steeply from the rolling Palouse farmland, with a road leading to its summit. The peak provides views across agricultural valleys and distant mountain ranges spread across multiple states.
The site took its name from Colonel Edward Steptoe, who worked in the region during the 1800s. The mountain itself formed from ancient rock types that persisted while younger surrounding rock layers accumulated over time.
Local tribes viewed this mountain as a sacred site where spiritual renewal happened through contact with the land. The place still carries this meaning in how people experience their time there.
The access road opens seasonally and may close during spring and winter months due to snow. Visitors should plan for variable weather at the summit and bring sturdy footwear for exploring the rocky areas.
The rocky core formed from ancient quartzite, while the surrounding landscape grew from much younger basalt flows. This geological contrast makes the isolated peak a striking oddity in the rolling plains below.
Location: Whitman County
Website: http://parks.state.wa.us/592/Steptoe-Butte
GPS coordinates: 47.03240,-117.29900
Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:23
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