The sandy trails and beach area south of Frenchman coulee have historically supported nude recreation since the early 2000s to May of 2025 when a nudity ban was implemented by Grant County PUD. Because it has had such a loyal consistent following over the years and holds many advantages over crowded shaded Portland area nude beaches, it's a popular spring and early summer destination for sun bathers looking to get away from the clouds and rain of Seattle/Portland etc. It's breath taking desert backdrop and unparalled scenic beauty rival any other beach along the Columbia River. It's also close to rock climbing, the Sage Cliff Restaurant at Quincy and ample free camping and hiking available in the nearby bluffs on the way down to the beach from I 90. There are well maintained vault toilets and endless swimming along the Columbia River which is clean and toxin free here, as it is upstream away from the Hanford Nuclear Site closer to Richland to the south. Personally, despite occasional patrol, I think people are still going to discreetly get naked here. I would recommend a bathing suit or at least a G string or thong for people feeling adventurous. No need to get cited or trespassed. It's such a magical place and you could practically live there outside in a Van or tent from April to late October. Highly recommend. I car camp in my SUV and it's superb. Wonderful atmosphere. Take lots of food and water if you stay a few days. It gets well over 100 degrees in June July and August. read more

Rainy in Seattle, so heading to this sunny and warm destination. Not only the rocks but also the 'desert'. You can also touch the Columbia River at the end of the road. Lot's of fun except the trails. Such a impressive one-day road trip. read more

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So beautiful and fun watching people climb. We had a picnic down at the water it was a little windy but warm!

This is a great place to climb, hike, run, camp...heck, even geocache, if you're into that (I am), but you must have a Discover Pass to do all of these things (according to the WTA website, it is required once you turn onto Vantage Road). It doesn't matter what time of day it is, it's wonderfully scenic. Both sunrises and sunsets are pretty amazing. As another reviewer pointed out, there is a composting toilet here (no other amenities), which is NASTY when the weather is warm. Make sure you bring your own toilet paper. My only complaint is around mid-March when the mutant mosquitoes are swarming - which incidentally is when my husband and I decided to get married out here. We camped the night before, so I didn't get much sleep due to the crippling fear of waking up with mosquito bites all over my face. But otherwise, I love it out here. read more

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Beautiful nude beach are close to the boat launch. Gets cold and breezy during the fall and winter though.

I have heard it called a pile of choss. I didnt find it to be that exactly, but it has its share of loose rock I will admit. On the good side, if its loose, it looks loose. None of booby-trap shit like some sandstone I have been on. Good variety of routes, and lots of trad. Not exactly close to any civilization, but that just makes it that much more of an escape. read more

Easy access by car along the old Vantage Hwy. There are camping spots near the famed Feathers rocks. There is one bathroom of sorts, the kind where there is a toilet seat over the pit to hell. There is a great variety of climbing routes but make sure to bring all of your rock climbing gear. If rock climbing isn't your thing, there is a lot of road for biking and hiking nearby. If you just like to sit, the scenery can't be beat. The sunset was always gorgeous and the stars were numerous. There is a fire-ban going on until September, however, that didn't stop other parties in having fires. It does get windy here so make sure to really tighten things down. read more