Northern Alligator Lizard

Saw this little critter on a hike in the Columbia River Gorge this weekend. Quite a cute little thing, I must say. I believe this is a Northern Alligator Lizard, the Northwest's only true native lizard. It was just hanging out on the trail. When we approached, it made a mad dash for the brush. Note the similar coloration and shading of the lizard to the leafy brush around it. Great camoflage!