- West Access Trail (wta.org)
The western approach to Squak Mountain provides great access to a number of loop trails around the upper reaches of Squak Mountain, including direct access to the East Side Trail and May Valley Loop Trail from the Squak Mountain State Park Trailhead.
- Rockhounding Saddle Mountain Washington For Petrified Wood (rockseeker.com)
Saddle Mountain, a remote and rocky ridge located in central Washington. These hills rise to 2700 feet and offer stunning views of the desert landscape and the Columbia River below. But that’s not all – the fossilized wood on these rugged hills contains a record of the area’s geological history. Petrified or opalized wood is the official gemstone of Washington, and Saddle Mountain is a treasure trove for rock enthusiasts who love agatized wood.