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WELCOME 7
DRIVE 9
HIKE 19
WATERFALLS 23
SIP 27
MOVE 29
LEARN 33
CAMP 49
DINE & DRINK 61
EVENTS 73
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C O L U M B I A R I V E R
Welcome to the Columbia River Gorge —
461 square miles of pure
playground awaiting your pleasure.
If you’re not sure where to start,
here is a wealth of suggestions to sample,
savor and remember.
Explore the guide online at
columbiagorgevisitorsguide.com.
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plan your v isit ...
State, federal and non-profit groups Cars are only allowed to Access A natural border between Oregon and
are encouraging people to plan ahead Multnomah Falls and the Historic Lodge Washington, the Columbia River Gorge
at ReadySetGorge.com before they head from the Interstate 84 parking lot at National Scenic Area encompasses nearly
out to the Columbia River Gorge National Exit 31. Parking or stopping in front of 300,000 acres of ecological, recreational,
Scenic Area. the Lodge on the Historic Columbia River cultural and historical attractions.
Increased visitation puts increased Highway is not permitted. Reservations The Gorge is immensely popular.
pressure on the Gorge’s limited resources. are not needed prior to 9 a.m. or after “To avoid crowds, arrive early, come
If you’re planning a trip to our region, 6 p.m. mid-week, or visit trails further east.
please help keep our communities safe The readysetgorge.com also One of the most important things you
by following CDC and local health guide- maintains an updated listing of public can do is plan ahead — and there are
lines and respecting the requests lands recreation site status, the link can some great resources on basic steps to
of individual businesses. Always have be found on the home page. prepare at ReadySetGorge.com,” said
a Plan B and a Plan C in case your Additional information is abundant, Rachel Pawlitz, public affairs officer for
destination is too crowded or closed. including car-free itineraries, bike the U.S. Forest Service.
When recreating on trails, bring a face itineraries and guided tours. Heavy traffic — by car, boat, bicycle
covering and maintain at least 6 feet of Visitors should also check the website or foot — can have negative impacts,
distance from other hikers and bikers. for timely warnings and closures based and visitors are encouraged to help
Reservations are also now required on weather; extreme fire conditions protect the Gorge by carrying out trash,
at Multnomah Falls, the Gorge’s most and drought can result in prohibition of refraining from picking wildflowers and
popular destination. campfires in the National Scenic Area staying on designated trails.
In order to improve safety and and closures of surrounding locations Although maintained and updated
congestion, all visitors to Multnomah in summer; extreme winter weather can regularly, even ReadySetGorge.com
Falls (including children under 2 years) close highways and access points may be unable to keep up with closures,
now require a reservation. Reserve in winter. mandates and restrictions relating to the
your tickets at rec.gov. There is a $1 The website was developed by Friends COVID-19 pandemic, especially those
administrative fee for each ticket. Your of the Columbia Gorge, the Oregon Tour- related to private attractions and services.
ticket reservation does not guarantee you ism Commission, Travel Oregon, the U.S. Visitors are encouraged to call ahead
a parking space but if you arrive by car Forest Service and Oregon Department to check for current restrictions in
you must have a reservation ticket to visit of Transportation and is designed for addition to having alternative plans in
the falls. If you arrive by transit, you do people planning to drive, hike or bike place should a favorite location be
not need to make a reservation: Simply the Gorge. unavailable — but don’t disrepair, the
show you ticket from the Columbia Gorge In addition to specific information on Gorge has a lot to offer and a fresh
Express, your Gorge Pass, or receipt from popular Gorge sites, the website includes favorite will certainly be found.
the hop on/hop off services along the a comprehensive listing of information
Historic Highway (Sasquatch Shuttle or sources under the “Resources” tab, as
Water Fall Trolley). well as current news and recommended
precautions.
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D R I V E From intimate views to sweeping panoramas, lush forest and farmland to arid high desert, the Columbia River Gorge has something for everyone and these byways and backroads will help you explore the best of it — or grab a map and stick a pin in it. There are no wrong turns in the Gorge.
DRIVE | COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE
Columbia Gorge Loop Mount Hood Loop Shorter Routes
Dramatic views of the western Gorge from Dramatic views of Mount Hood and the Rowena Loops
Crown Point and Cape Horn, and of the scenic Hood River valley. From Hood River, These offer spectacular driving on the
eastern Gorge from Highway 14. Take a side follow Highway 35 south through the eastern end of the Historic Columbia
trip on the Columbia River Historic Highway community of Mt. Hood to the junction River Highway. Start at Mosier and head East
between Corbett and Ainsworth Park for with Highway 26, then west on Highway 26 on Hwt 30 or The Dalles and head West on
a look at some of the most spectacular through Zigzag, Welches and Brightwood Hwy 30 for a combination of up-close and
waterfalls around, including misty and to Gresham. From Gresham, head north to panoramic views that regularly draw car
majestic Multnomah Falls. From Troutdale, Interstate 84 and the return trip to Hood companies to film their commercials.
follow the Columbia River Scenic Highway River. To extend the trip, take a side trip from For variety, loop back on the State
east to Ainsworth State Park, then continue Government Camp, going up the mountain Road-Sevenmile Hill route for spectacular
eastbound along Interstate 84 past Hood to historic Timberline Lodge. panoramas of both the eastern and central
River to The Dalles. Cross The Dalles Bridge Columbia Gorge.
and head west on Highway 14 through East Side Loop
Lyle, Bingen, Stevenson, North Bonneville Broad vistas of wide open wheatfields, Dalles Mountain Road
and Camas to Interstate 205. Cross the Deschutes River Canyon and juniper An unpaved route through a working cattle
Columbia River on Interstate 205 (Glenn rangelands of the eastern Cascades. ranch, deeded by its last owners to the
Jackson Bridge) to Interstate 84, then return From The Dalles, head south on Highway state of Washington. The ranch is now part
east to Troutdale. 197 through Dufur, Tygh Valley and Maupin of Columbia Hills State Park and the ranch
to the junction with Highway 97. Then go house is a departure point for hikes and
Mount Adams Loop northeast on Highway 97 to the historic offers occasional historical and interpretive
Scenic, backcountry route to the foothills community of Shaniko, continuing north programs. The rugged road itself travels
of Mount Adams and the Klickitat River through Grass Valley and Moro to Biggs through spectacular viewing for wildflowers
Canyon. From Bingen, follow Highway 141 Junction and Interstate 84 for the return and wildlife. At the crest of the Columbia
north through White Salmon, Husum and journey westbound to The Dalles. Hills it meets up with paved roads toward
BZ Corners to Trout Lake. Then head east on Worthwhile extensions to this loop may Centerville and Goldendale. From Interstate
the Goldendale-Glenwood Road through be made by traveling farther south on 84, turn north at The Dalles Exit 85 onto
Glenwood, down the Klickitat River Canyon Highway 97 to the Highway 216 junction, Highway 197, turn right at the junction of
toward Goldendale. After you’ve climbed then back north through Antelope to 197 and Washington Highway 14, then take
out of the canyon, head right back into it Shaniko. Or, keep traveling south on High- the next left.
again by traveling south on Highway 142 way 97 to Madras, then follow Highway 26
to Klickitat and Lyle. At Lyle, head west on northwest to Warm Springs and the junction Hood River Fruit Loop
Highway 14 back to Bingen. with Highway 216. Follow Highway 216 east A picturesque trip through the orchard
to Highway 197 near Maupin and the return country of rural Hood River County. From
journey north to The Dalles. I-84 take the Hood River Bridge exit, travel
south on Highway 35 to the community
of Mount Hood, turn right through
Parkdale and take the Dee Highway
back to Hood River.
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www.explorethedalles.comH I KE It’s hard to imagine any location with more hiking trails per square mile than the Gorge. From short, tree-lined strolls with family to rugged ridge treks, you’ll find something to meet all tastes.
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Washington welcome at this trailhead that offers two Lewis & Clark Riverfront Trail,
Dog Mountain Trail #147 different loops that take you through grass- The Dalles
Rated: Most difficult. lands, scrub oaks and wildflowers in the Length:10 miles.
Length: 3.1 miles with 2,800-foot spring. The lower loop offers grand views of Rated: Easy.
elevation gain. Premier wildlife and flower the Columbia River while the upper loop of- Paved flat pathway along the Columbia
hike in May through early June. Watch fers some great wildflower viewing in spring River, winds from the Columbia Gorge Dis-
out for poison oak on the lower reaches, and months. The lower loop trailhead is located covery Center (through a tunnel under the
pack a windbreaker. at milepost 87 on Washington Highway 14. railroad tracks) to downtown The Dalles and
Access: Trailhead 13 miles east of Steven- The upper loop is accessed by turning onto out to The Dalles Boat Basin and Riverfront
son on Washington Hwy. 14. Same trailhead Dalles Mountain Road at milepost 84.5 on Park. Also follows Chenoweth Creek, near
leads to Augsberger Trail #4407, an eight- Highway 14. Travel several miles past the the animal shelter, and past Taylor Lake.
mile route gaining 3,050 feet. Northwest barns to the parking lot. Washington State Watch for water fowl, ospreys, great blue
Forest Pass required. Discover Pass required. herons and an occasional beaver.
Weekend permits required and parking Access: Many different locations to get on
restrictions apply. For more information: Gifford Pinchot Forest the trail, including downtown The Dalles at
fsusda.gov/goto/crgnsa/hikedogmountain the Union Street underpass, the Pocket Park
East Crater Trail #48
at Crate’s Way in The Dalles, the Discovery
Length: 2.5 miles with moderate elevation
Sam Walker Trail #4402 Center, and the Boat Basin (Exit 84 off I-84).
gain. One of several trails in the Indian Heav-
Rated: Easy, universal access hike suitable en Wilderness, located west of Trout Lake
for all seasons. Length: 1.1 miles with in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Trail
elevation gain of 60 feet. passes small meadows, shallow lakes and al- Mt. Hood National Forest
Views of the Columbia River and pine forest. Details at the Mt. Adams Ranger Oregon
Horsetail Falls. Trailhead 10 miles west District in Trout Lake or visit the website at Camas Trail #490A
of Bonneville Dam on Washington fs.fed.us/gpnf/trails/ssc/ssc_00048.htm. Length: 3.1 miles.
Highway 14. Information: USDA Forest Service One of many hikes in the Barlow Ranger
Access: Turn south on Skamania Landing website, fs.fed.us/r6/columbia/trail.htm District on the Mt. Hood National Forest.
Road and proceed one-quarter mile to park- Trail-Park Pass information: 541-386-2333 or This trail leads along Camas and Clear
ing lot on west side of the road. fs.fed.us/r6/columbia/trail_park.htm. creeks, with views of the White River Canyon
Northwest Forest Pass required. and Mt. Hood. Good spring or fall hike. For
Oregon details, contact the Barlow Ranger Station
Catherine Creek Rowena Dell- in Dufur, or visit the Forest Service website
Rated: Easy. Tom McCall Nature Preserve at fs.fed.us/r6/mthood/dayhikes.htm.
Length: Several choices, including a 1.5-mile Rated: Easy.
paved, handicapped-accessible path on the Offers stunning views of the Columbia Umbrella Falls #667
south side of the road with waterfall view- Gorge, the mouth of the Klickitat River to Length: 2 miles.
point, interpretive signs, benches the north, and a collection of spring wild- One of many hikes on the Hood River
and a stand of old-growth white oak along flowers. Trailhead is at top of Rowena Loops. Ranger District, Mt. Hood National Forest.
the way. Unpaved, limited-access trails This is a relatively small area with rolling ter- This is a forested route to Umbrella Falls
north of the road. Rolling, open country- rain and small lakes. The dirt foot paths are viewpoint, connecting with Sahalie Falls
side abounds with wildflowers in the early easy to follow and you won’t need a map. Trail #667C. Details at Hood River Ranger
spring. Located off old highway above Access: Just 10 miles west of The Dalles District in Mt. Hood south of Hood River,
Washington Hwy. 14 between Bingen on Columbia River Scenic Highway (Hwy. or visit the website at fs.fed.us/r6/mthood/
and Lyle. 30). You can also access from I-84; take dayhikes.htm.
Access: From Bingen, turn north at Row- the Rowena exit to Hwy. 30 and head west,
land Lake and follow paved highway around or take the Mosier exit to Hwy. 30 and Historic Highway State Trail
lake to plateau, and watch for parking area head east. A new waterfall stretch awaits hikers and
on the north side of the road. bikers at Starvation Creek, part of the
Mosier Twin Tunnels Columbia River Historic Highway State Trail,
Hamilton Mountain Rated: Easy to moderate. a years-long project to build a paved path
Rated: Moderate to difficult. This section of the Columbia River Scenic from Troutdale to The Dalles. A 1.2-mile
Rigorous but rewarding climb to the top Highway is closed to motorized vehicles; route from Starvation Creek to Lindsey
of Hamilton Mountain along Hamilton Creek open to bicyclists and hikers. From Mosier Creek, dedicated last fall, is ADA accessible
with several waterfall viewpoints. Over- end, it’s a fairly easy half-mile walk to the and offers views of Starvation Creek Falls,
looks Beacon Rock in the western Columbia first outlook and the Twin Tunnels. Watch for Cabin Creek Falls, and Hole-in-the-Wall Falls.
Gorge. the historic rock parapet railings. At the Twin Adventures can access the trail from Exit
Access: Take the state park access road Tunnels you can still see some original rock 55 on Interstate 84. A new extension — 3.2
north from Washington Hwy. 14 opposite work built by Italian craftsmen. miles running from Lindsey Creek to Wyeth
Beacon Rock. Access: Parking at either end of trail, at — is in the works, with construction begin-
Mosier or at Hood River (Mark O. Hatfield ning in late spring and wrapping up this fall.
Crawford Oaks Trail - trailhead). Parking pass, day or season, is
Hiking, biking and equestrians are required.
20 Columbia River Gorge Visitor Guide 2021-2022 columbiagorgevisitorsguide.comRail to Trail and single track • East Indian Creek Trail, which stretches
along The Deschutes River from Third Street and Hazel Avenue to 12th
You can bike or hike for 32 miles along the Street (now expanded by the Southside
site of last railroad war in North America Connector). You can get to this section from
while enjoying the stunning views of rapids downtown by taking the Second Street
in the fast-flowing Deschutes River in this stairs, at State Street, and watching for the
arid region. Bring plenty of water in warmer green Indian Creek trail signposts.
months and guard against puncture vine • A middle piece: Trail head starts at
by using Slime in your innertubes if riding the entrance of the Columbia Gorge
a bike. There is also several hiking only Community College and continues to
trails including the Blackberry Trail, which where it meets private property; access
includes some shade, The Riverview and takes walkers to the Avalon neighborhood,
Ferry Springs trails. Trailheads are located at along a busy stretch of Indian Creek Road.
the park which is 15 miles east of The Dalles. Go south to Arrowhead Drive, turn west 100
No fee unless vehicle is left within the park or so yards to where the trail picks up next
overnight. For more information, oregon- to the 14th hole of Indian Creek GC, and
stateparks.org turns into West Indian Creek Trail.
• West Indian Creek Trail: Two trailheads
Indian Creek Trail, Hood River next to Hood River Valley High School, one
Bridges and boardwalks await pedestrians next to the ball fields and one west of the
at the half-mile South Side Indian Creek school parking lot, connecting to the Ar-
Trail, a new spoke of the trail network that rowhead access.
brings a forest vibe inside Hood River’s city The trail continues west across Alameda
limits. The original trail, which has been Drive with a short loop around Barrett Park.
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22 Columbia River Gorge Visitor’s Guide 2019-2020 columbiagorgevisitorsguide.comWAT E R FA L L S They make great places for a picnic, and best of all, quite often they’re just a short walk from your car. They’re the waterfalls of the Columbia River Gorge, and they deserve a place on your family’s vacation calendar.
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They make great places for a picnic, and best OREGON White River Falls
Multnomah Falls Access: Car or hike.
of all, quite often they’re just a short walk Access: Car or hike. A 1-mile round trip hike to the bottom of
the falls gives majestic views of White River
from your car. After Yosemite Falls, this is the tallest falls in
as it plunges 90 feet from a basalt shelf and
North America. Two million visitors a year
They’re the waterfalls of the Columbia flock to see this 620-foot plunge, fed by tumbles into two separate pools before
fanning out into a river below. At the base of
River Gorge, and they deserve a place on underground springs from Larch Mountain.
the falls are the ruins of a hydropower plant
Its highest flow is during winter and spring.
your family’s vacation calendar. Five flows of Yakima basalt are visible in the which supplied electricity to The Sunshine
fall’s cliff face. You can view the falls from Flour Mill in the Dalles from 1910 to
Vertical basalt walls along the Gorge your car, or take a network of trails up the 1960. Be careful. Swimming in the falls is
are graced with the greatest concentration falls. There’s also fine dining at Multnomah prohibited due to the huge vortex in the
Falls Lodge (built in 1925 and on the waterfall pools, causing multiple drownings.
of waterfalls in North America, particularly National Register of Historic Places) and The roof of the powerhouse is also unstable.
Visitors should not go inside. Steep, rugged
along the Oregon side of the western information at Multnomah Falls Visitor
climbing. Bring water. Access: Take highway
Center.
Gorge. It’s a matter of geology, Access: From I-84, take exit 31 to the 197 south of The Dalles and drive 30 miles
freeway parking lot. and head east onto highway 216 at Tygh
not coincidence. Valley. Entrance to the falls is seven miles
The Old Columbia River Highway is
closed, as of press time, due to the Eagle ahead on the right. Maupin and river rafting
The ancestral Columbia Gorge was a on the Deschutes are within 10 miles.
V-shaped river valley, but beginning around Creek fire.
15,000 years ago (at the end of the lat- Sherars Falls
est ice age) a series of tremendous floods Bridal Veil Falls
Car or short hike. Access: Car
swept westward from a glacial lake near the The immense volume of the Deschutes
present-day border of Idaho and Montana. Bridal Veil Creek abruptly drops twice in a
tiered waterfall. The upper falls is between River slams through a horseshoe-shaped
These “Bretz” floods, named after one bend at Sherars Falls, creating a rapid that
of the geologists who discovered their 60 and 100 feet tall, the lower from 40 to 60
feet in height. is both beautiful and unnerving in its shear
traces, ripped the topsoil from eastern power. It is deemed unpassable by river
Parking is a mile west of Exit 28 off
Interstate 84. A short trail winds down to hazard guides. Boaters, by law, are required
Washington and carved away at the valley to portage around it. It is on lands of the
walls of the Columbia Gorge, leaving steep the base of the lower tier. Along the path,
look across the Columbia River for seasonal Warm Springs Indians and visitors, at times,
ramparts and tributaries abruptly hanging can watch Native Americans dip net for
in midair. views of falls on the Washington side of the
river. The nearby community of Bridal Veil Salmon and Steelhead from platforms in
The flood cycles lasted for thousands of the way of their ancestors. Sumac, sage and
years. Many more thousands of years passed maintains its post office, a popular place to
get a postmark for your wedding announce- cheat grass flavor the effervescent air of this
since the last flood, and each dessert beauty. Take highway 197 south of
winter brought another freeze-thaw cycle, ments.
The Dalles and drive 30 miles. Go East onto
sculpting away the rock behind those highway 216 at Tygh Valley. You will pass
waterfalls. Sheppard’s Dell
Access: Car or short hike. White River Falls. The entrance to Sherars
As a result, several waterfalls now plunge Falls is 10 miles ahead on the right. Mau-
into semi-circular amphitheaters; others Tiered waterfall two miles west of Interstate
84’s Exit 28 on the Historic Columbia River pin and river rafting on the Deschutes are
fall out into midair, to be wafted away by within 10 miles.
the wind. Scenic Highway. Short, paved trail leads to
Most waterfalls are limited to the Oregon the top of the falls. Lower falls is a horsetail
side of the Columbia River Gorge because formation (40 to 60 feet drop); upper falls WASHINGTON
landslides modify the steepness on the (35-50 feet) is a plunge formation. Dog Creek Falls
Washington side. The entire region’s bed- Exit 28 is closed, as of press time, due to the 1.25-mile hike. Located off Washington Hwy.
rock material is tilted slightly southward. Eagle Creek fire. 14 east of Wind Mountain.
When it’s saturated by water, the upper
basaltic layers on the north side of the river Wah Gwin Gwin Falls Hardy Falls
slide into the gorge. Access: Car/short walk. 1.25-mile hike.
The greatest number of waterfalls is One of the Gorge’s four highest waterfalls, at A horsetail waterfall, about 100 feet high,
accessible from a portion of the old 208 feet, is located behind the Columbia located in Beacon Rock State Park west of
Columbia River Highway (Hwy. 30), which Gorge Hotel in Hood River. This falls flows Stevenson. Turn off Washington Hwy. 14 to
can be reached from Interstate 84. from Phelps Creek dropping into the the park access road, drive to the picnic
If you’re coming from Portland, take Exit Columbia River. The name comes from area and trailhead to Hamilton Mountain.
17 at Troutdale, Exit 18 from Lewis & Clark Native American dialect meaning “rushing Follow the trail 1.25 miles to reach two
State Park, Exit 22 from Corbett. and tumbling waters.” short spur paths; upper path to right leads
to viewpoint overlooking the drop along
Hardy Creek.
24 Columbia River Gorge Visitor Guide 2021-2022 columbiagorgevisitorsguide.comShoreline Trail, Hood River Length: 2.5 miles, flat asphalt and concrete surfaces, including three sections completed in 2015 and 2016. Shoreline Trail runs from Best West- ern Plus Hood River Inn’s east training beach to The Hook recreation area at the far west of the Hood River waterfront, on land owned by both the city and the port. Public restrooms are located at the Waterfront Park, Event Site, and Marina. The City of Hood River built the newest section in March 2016, linking the existing Shoreline Trail to the water sports access ramps on the Hook. Shoreline Trail connects The Hook, Waterfront Park, Event Site, the new Nichols Basin trail (2015) and adjoining Hampton Inn trail section (2016, in front of the hotel but on city land to the Hood River footbridge (aka Rotary Sailpark), History Museum of Hood River County, Port of Hood River marina, and Best Western/Hood River Marketplace commercial area. Note: Just east of the marina, the trail goes under Hood River Interstate Bridge, where it begins its eastern-most section; there, it goes in front of the hotel but is open to the public. At the footbridge, walkers have the option of taking the trail under the freeway and looping west along the slough natural area and back to downtown Hood River. Near the footbridge in front of Hampton Inns, the trail overlooks Nichols Natural Area, a habitat restoration project of Columbia Riverkeeper. Please do not enter on foot. columbiagorgevisitorsguide.com Columbia River Gorge Visitor Guide 2021-2022 25
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28 Columbia River Gorge Visitor Guide 2021-2022 columbiagorgevisitorsguide.comMOVE Summer, fall, winter and spring, the Columbia Gorge is a playground waiting for players: Get out on the water, stroll the fairways or take to the slopes for world-class active fun.
MOVE | COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE
Move and SUPers. Nearby Wells Island provides a better opportunities for swimming, boat
wind shadow that makes this an ideal area launching, and SUPing.
Summer, fall, winter and spring, the Columbia for beginners.
Rufus
Gorge is a playground waiting for players: Get The Event Site This small community is located on the far
out on the water, stroll the fairways or take to the Located on the east side of the Hood River east end of the Gorge, Interstate 84 at Exit
Waterfront, the Event Site is the busiest 109. A mixture between intermediate and
slopes for world-class active fun. location for water sports in the Gorge. advanced, Rufus is touted to have some of
The lawn and beach will often be filled with the biggest swells in the Gorge, and is
WIND S PORTS people engaging in a variety of activities; used by both windsurfers and kiteboarders.
During the warm summer months, the place kiteboarders launch throughout the Also features a boat launch.
to be is the Columbia River, whether you’re summer from the adjacent sandbar that
interested in windsurfing, kiteboarding, formed due to a debris flow from a flood a Arlington
stand-up paddle boarding (SUP) or other decade ago. Another small community located on the
water sports. Thanks to both public and Oregon side of the east end of the Gorge
private entities, there are many different Swell City/The Hatchery (Exit 137 off I-84), the launch site at
points of access to the Gorge’s waterway. As the name suggests, an area that sees Arlington was recently improved by the
The Columbia Gorge Wind & Water some big swells on classic west wind days. CGWA and offers advanced territory for
Association (CGW2) has compiled an Both are popular windsurfing launch sites both windsurfers and kiteboarders. Also
exhaustive list of various Gorge beaches. for more experienced sailors. The hatchery features a boat launch.
We’ve listed some of the more popular is next to the Spring Creek National Fish
areas below, but for a complete list, go to Hatchery, and both locations are on the
the CGW2 website at cgw2.org. Washington side of the river near milepost
WASHINGTON
Doug’s Beach
56 of State Route 14.
Located just east of Lyle, directly off SR 14
OREGON at MP 74, and managed by Washington
The Hook Mayer State Park
State Parks. This windsurfing site is also
Located on the west side of the Hood River While people have been known to windsurf
considered to be a prime location for expert
Waterfront, the Hook is a recently revamped here (a picture on the park website shows
sailors, especially when areas near Hood
launch site for windsurfers, although it is a stack of sails and boards at the park),
River and White Salmon are busy.
extremely popular with kayakers, canoers, Mayer State Park’s sheltered cove provides
30 Columbia River Gorge Visitor Guide 2021-2022 columbiagorgevisitorsguide.comPARKING FEES Summit Ski Area GO LF
Oldest ski area in the Pacific Northwest,
Note that effective June 2018, the Port of
and the first on Mount Hood, established in
OREGON
Hood River began charging for parking in Hood River Golf & Country Club
1927. Skiing, family tubing, cross-country
850 Country Club Rd., Hood River. 18-hole,
portions of the Hood River Waterfront (in and more. Located at the east end of
par-71. 541-386-3009; hoodrivergolf.net.
addition to the existing paid lot at Event Government Camp on Oregon Hwy. 26.
Site). Parking pay kiosks were installed 503-272-0256 or summitskiarea.com.
Indian Creek Golf Course
for the following areas: On-street, Port- 3605 Brookside Drive, Hood River.
Mt. Hood Ski Bowl
way east of Second Street; on-street, First 18-holes; 6,150 yards. 541-386-7770;
Chairlifts and surface tows in the winter;
indiancreekgolf.com.
Street along Nichols Basin; the parking lot dual alpine slide, miniature golf, mountain
known as Luhr Jensen Lot two blocks west bike park and more in the summer,
China Creek Golf Course
of the Event Site, on the north side of Port- 87000 East Hwy. 26 at Goverment
1700 Railroad Ave., Hwy. 19 South, 9-hole,
Camp. 503-272-3206, 503-222-BOWL
way. Kiosks require debit or credit cards. Arlington, 541-454-2000.
or skibowl.com.
All other on-street spaces remain free,
Condon Municipal Golf Course
including Second Street and those on Other cross-country
North Lincoln St., Condon. Located 38 miles
Portway abutting Waterfront Park. All the major resorts around Mount Hood
south of I-84, at the junction of
offer cross-country opportunities, as do
Hwys. 19 and 206. 541-384-2711;
WINTER S PORTS other areas. Try exploring Trillium Lake, two
cityofcondon.com.
Timberline Lodge miles east of Government Camp, and White
Classic Pacific Northwest lodge nestled River, east of the Hwy 26 and Hwy 35 junc-
The Dalles Country Club
midway to the summit of Mt. Hood above tion. In contrast to the developed slopes of
4550 Hwy 30 W, The Dalles, 9-hole, (addi-
Government Camp off Oregon Hwy. 26. Mount Hood, Mount Adams in south-central
tional tee boxes offers 18-hole,
National Historic Landmark constructed Washington State offers a wilderness experi-
par-72 round), private, 541-296-5252.
in 1937, with adjacent day lodge, multiple ence, for both skiers and climbers. There’s
chairlifts and 3,590 vertical feet of winter plenty of backcountry for cross-country
terrain from the top of Palmer to the bottom and snow-shoeing, with access via the WASHINGTON
of Victoria Station. 503-272-3311 communities of Trout Lake and Glenwood Beacon Rock Golf Course
or timberlinelodge.com. in Klickitat County. The Mt. Adams Ranger Milepost 37 on Hwy. 14, North Bonneville,
Station is based in Trout Lake; call 509-395- 9-hole, additional set of tees available for 18
Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort 3400. Finally, a network of cross-country ski holes, 509-427-5730.
Largest night ski area in the United States, trails — plus snowmobiling — is open on
also with day skiing, cross-country, snow- the Wind River Ranger District in Skamania Skamania Lodge Golf Course
boarding and multiple chairlifts. Located off County. Routes such as the Hard Time Loop 1131 SW Skamania Lodge Way, Stevenson,
Oregon Hwy. 35 east of the Hwy. 26 junc- and Scenic Loop are accessed from the Wind 18-hole, par-70, 800-293-0418,
tion. Plenty of summer hiking, too. Portland River Highway. Call the Skamania County skamania.com.
snow-phone: 503-227-SNOW. Hood River Chamber for details, at 509-427-8911 or
snow-phone: 541-386-SKIS. skihood.com. 800-989-9178. Elk Ridge Golf Course at
Carson Hot Springs
Cooper Spur Ski Area 1 St. Martin Road, Carson, 18-hole,
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Mount Hood overlooking the Hood River
Valley. 541-352-6692 or cooperspur.com. Goldendale Golf Course
1901 N. Columbus Ave., Goldendale.
9-hole, 509-773-4705, goldendalegolf.com.
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ON TH E WAT ER
Rafting
If whitewater, drifting or fishing are
your thing, the world-renowned Deschutes
River might be the ticket. And Maupin, Ore.
is your place of destination — 40 miles
south of The Dalles on Hwy. 197. The cool
green water from underwater aquifers
cuts through basalt in this arid section of
the state. With several rafting companies
to choose from, thrill seekers can ride out
class-4 rapid “Oak Springs” or take a float
in your life vest through the Elevator Shaft.
Trips range from guided to self-guided
and options of half, full and multi-day
trips are available. Guided fishing trips
for those seeking summer steelhead or
wiley “Redside” trout are also on tap.
The town offers a full range of services
including food, supplies, restaurants,
lodging, fuel, shuttles and fly-fishing shops.
The White Salmon River also offers a thrill
ride down a crystal blue, spring-fed stream
complete with a 10 foot waterfall that can
be run when water levels are safe.
32 Columbia River Gorge Visitor Guide 2021-2022 columbiagorgevisitorsguide.comLEARN Ten thousand years before explorers, missionaries and settlers ventured across the continent, a thriving people gathered in the Columbia Gorge to fish, trade and celebrate. Rich stories of past and present are honored in the region’s museums and interpretive centers.
LEARN | COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE
Ten thousand years before explorers, Families can enjoy the hands-on Learning THE DALLES
Center, see photo above. Columbia Gorge Discovery Center
missionaries and settlers ventured across the Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, closed and Wasco County Historical Museum
Thanksgiving, Christmas day and New Year’s, This is the official interpretive center for
continent, a thriving people gathered in 1600 Air Museum Road, Hood River. Adults the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic
$16, Seniors/veterans $14, Kids (5-18) $7.
the Columbia Gorge to fish, trade and For details, call 541-308-1600 or look
Area, located on Crate’s Point, just west of
The Dalles off Old Highway 30. The Discov-
celebrate. Rich stories of past and present online at waaamuseum.org. ery Center focuses on natural history and
human cultures of the scenic area, with
are honored in the region’s museums and Hood River Distillers Museum hands-on exhibits, films and recordings on
HR Distillers tasting room, 301 Oak St., in- subjects including Lewis & Clark, native flora
interpretive centers. cludes an artifact-laden interpretive display and fauna, the Ice Age and more. The Wasco
case and a looping video — inside an old County Historical Museum features collec-
OR EGON bank vault — telling the company history tions that illuminate both Native American
HOOD RIVER since its founding in 1934; noon to 6 p.m. history and pioneer development. Open
History Museum daily. daily except Thanksgiving, Christmas and
of Hood River County New Year’s, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
With a wide-ranging collection of 12,000 PARKDALE 541-296-8600, or check the website at
artifacts, it is a fun place to learn about Hutson Museum gorgediscovery.org. Birds of prey show is 11
people living in the Hood River Valley and Adjoins Mt. Hood Railroad stop in Parkdale, a.m. to 2 p.m. Location: Interstate 84 at exit
Columbia Gorge. Port Marina Park in Hood Hood River County. Eclectic collection 82, then follow signs 1.5 miles west.
River. Hours: Open May through September, features Native American arrowheads,
10 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Saturday; 1-5 p.m. taxidermy, rocks and minerals, and local Fort Dalles Museum
Sunday. 541-386-6772, co.hood-river.or.us memorabilia. Open with the train arrivals, The oldest historical museum in Oregon,
and click on the “museum” link. 11:30-1 p.m. For details, call 541-352-6808. this museum was established just after the
turn of the 20th century, preserving the
Western Antique Aeroplane legacy of this regionally strategic military
and Automobile Museum CASCADE LOCKS base. Fort Dalles (originally Camp Drum)
WAAAM has the largest known collection of Cascade Locks was established in 1850, serving as a base of
flying three cylinder radial engine aircraft Historical Museum operations for U.S. Army troops. The ornate,
in the world. One of the museum’s jewels At 417 Portage Road within the Marine Park wooden Surgeon’s Quarters is one of the
is their 1917 Curtiss JN4D Jenny, serial No. in Cascade Locks. Open daily, May through fort’s last two surviving buildings, and
001. The museum also features a wide range September. Hours are noon - 5 p.m. every houses a variety of tools, weapons, photos
of cars. WAAAM is a living museum dedi- day, closed Mondays (except holidays). and other memorabilia from the 19th
cated to the preservation and operation of The museum’s newest exhibit features the century. There’s an impressive collection
antique aircraft and automobiles through Pacific Crest Trail. 541-374-8535. of antique vehicles and wagons. Visitors
education, displays and participating in are also able to tour the Anderson house,
events nationwide. a hand-hewn wooden homestead crafted
by Swedish immigrants in Wasco County.
34 Columbia River Gorge Visitor Guide 2021-2022 columbiagorgevisitorsguide.comThere’s also a barn and granary. Fort St. Peter’s Landmark DUFUR
Dalles Museum is located at W. 15th Former Catholic Church in The Dalles, Dufur Historical Museum
and Garrison streets in The Dalles. preserved as a historical museum. Located in the historic Schreiber Log Cabin
Admission for adults, $8, seniors 60 plus, Completed in 1898, the building features on Main Street, featuring pioneer living
$5, ages 7-17, $1, and free for children 6 Carrera Italian marble, Kilgen pipe organ history exhibits, weaving, old photos, farm
and younger. Military discounts offered. made of tigerwood, 40-foot stamped metal implements and more. Museum open for
The museum is open daily from 10 a.m. – 5 ceilings and a 176-foot steeple topped by the summer starting in June, Thursdays
p.m. from March through October. For more a six-foot weathervane rooster crafted by through Mondays. Call for hours: (
information, fortdallesmuseum.org or call Frank S. Gunning. Its stained glass windows 541-467-2205. (Dufur also hosts the
541-296-4547. were created by the Povey Brothers of annual Vintage Dufur Days, featuring work-
Portland, and many of these windows ing steam-powered and horse-drawn an-
Original Wasco County Courthouse memorialize pioneer families. tique farm machinery, usually held second
This wood-frame, two-story building in The A wooden Madonna inside the museum weekend of August.)
Dalles once was the seat of government was carved from the keel of a sailing ship
for the largest county in the United States, that sank off the San Francisco coast in
when Wasco County extended all the way to the 1850s. Third & Lincoln, The Dalles. WAMIC
Montana. The old courthouse, constructed Hours: 1 - 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; Smock Prairie Schoolhouse
in 1858, was nearly destroyed at least twice 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays. Wamic’s one-room schoolhouse and mu-
and was relocated on several occasions, but 541-296-5686. seum located in Wamic, on the old Barlow
today it enjoys a permanent home, preserv- Trail. From The Dalles, drive south to
ing a unique heritage as one of the oldest The Dalles School Tygh Valley, then west to Wamic.
courthouse buildings west of the Mississippi District Historical
River. Open 11 a.m. - Archives Museum SHANIKO
3 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday, Contains memorabilia from both District Sage Museum
June through August, other times by 12 (1854-2004) and District 9 (1964-2004) Classic auto and wagon collection located
appointment. Directions: Interstate 84 to before the merger and up to present day in the historic city of Shaniko, in southern
The Dalles, then take the City Center exit as District 21. Displays include yearbooks, Wasco County. The museum also has a dis-
toward downtown. Turn south just past the photo albums, trophies, sport uniforms, play of historic photos showing the boom
chamber, then left on West Second Place. Booster Girl and other club records. El- years of Shaniko, at one time the largest
410 West Second Place. ementary, junior high-middle schools, and wool shipping capital in the world. The auto
541-296-4798. high schools are represented. The museum and wagon collection is open May-Sept. 10
is open every Saturday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., May a.m. - 5 p.m. and the rest of the museum is
Rorick House through Sept. or by arrangement with Rym- open all day every day year round. Shaniko
The oldest home in The Dalles was built by mel Lovell, 541-296-6546, tlovell@netcnct. itself has a mural tour and many historic
an officer stationed at Fort Dalles in 1850, net. Museum location: 3601 West 10th St., buildings, including a restored and
and operates today as a historical museum former Wahtonka High School entrance recently-renovated hotel, the city hall and
with period furnishings and implements. nearest athletic fields. jail, schoolhouse, wooden water tower, and
Open Memorial Day to Labor Day, Saturdays surviving portions of the original business
and Sundays, from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. district, including old boardwalks. Shaniko
It’s located at 300 West 13th St., The Dalles. is located 57 miles south of Biggs Junction
541-296-1867. on Hwy. 97, a few miles north of its junction
with Highway 197.
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