Grandfather Cuts Loose the Ponies
This metallic stampede sits frozen on a Washington ridge yet the artist's vision is still incomplete.

šŸ“œ Public art sculpture by David Govedare, featuring 15 life-sized steel horses.
šŸ” Situated on a ridge overlooking the Columbia River near Quincy, visible from Interstate 90.

Why Go

šŸ“ Dramatic sculpture of 15 galloping wild horses
šŸ“ø Photo-friendly panorama of the Columbia River
šŸš¶ Easy (but steep) one-mile hike to view up close
šŸ‘€ One of Washington's most-seen public artworks

Why Avoid

šŸš§ Unfinished work, original vision of a giant basket never realized due to lack of funding
šŸŽØ Horses are graffiti-marked

Tips

šŸ…æļø Parking available at Exit 139 off Interstate 90.
šŸ“ Best distant view from Wanapum Vista on I-90 three miles east of Vantage.
šŸ’” The 15 COR-TEN steel horses weigh about 1000-1200 pounds each and are colored a rich red from oxidation.

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