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Located off Oregon 18, Erratic Rock State Natural Site lies mid-way between Sheridan to the west and McMinnville to the east. Geologically, the rock comes from Canada and is the largest glacial erratic rock in the Willamette Valley. The rock is argillite believed to be 600 million years old and originally part of the sea-floor. It is also the only rock of its type outside of Canada.
In addition to the boulder, the hilltop features views of the Oregon Coast Range and the valley, including vineyards and farms. There is a 0.2-mile (320 m) hike along a paved trail to the top of the hill past a vineyard and orchard that provides bird watching opportunities. Operated by the state parks department, the park is a day use only facility that includes an interpretive sign and picnic table at the 4.4-acre (2 ha) park.
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