Skamania, Washington
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Top Hiking Spots in and near Skamania
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Corbett, Oregon
Latourell Falls Loop
4.72.02 mi / 820 ft gainLatourell Falls is a beautiful and unique waterfall in the Columbia River Gorge in Oregon. This amazing waterfall is just a few hundred yards from the road and parking lot. Once you park, there is a viewpoint for the falls that is straight ahead. The view from there isn't that great compared to ...Read more -
Cascade Locks, Oregon
Indian Point via Herman Creek Trailhead
5.08.08 mi / 3658 ft gainPark at the Herman Creek Trailhead in Cascade Locks 2 miles from the exit. Remember to bring your Northwest Forest pass or a $5 payment to park. Start ascending on the Herman Creek trail a little over a mile until you hit a three-way junction for Gorton Creek Trail #408, Trail #400, and Herman ...Read more -
Cascade Locks, Oregon
Tomlike Mountain
4.57.65 mi / 1198 ft gainBeginning at the Wahtum Lake trailhead, follow the Wahtum Lake Express trail down to the shore and head east (right) around the lake. At the junction with the Pacific Crest Trail, follow the Herman Creek Trail to the east (right, again). You'll begin your ascent out of the Wahtum Lake bowl and to...Read more -
Cascade Locks, Oregon
Chinidere Mountain
4.83.18 mi / 1150 ft gainThe easy version of the Chinidere Mountain hike starts Wahtum Lake Trailhead. The road to the parking lot for Wahtum Lake is paved and thus very easy to access in summer and before snowfall in autumn! The mountain sits across the lake from the parking lot and there are several trails that will ta...Read more -
Yacolt, Washington
Hike Silver Star Mountain via Grouse Vista
4.56 mi / 2000 ft gainThe Grouse Vista Trailhead is located through the town of Washougal off of highway 14 just past Camas. Once you leave the city, the road will turn to gravel and dirt though it is fairly well maintained until snow arrive and accessible by most cars so long as you're willing to get drive over loose...Read more -
Cascade Locks, Oregon
Camp at Lost Lake
4.7When the temperature starts to creep up in the summer, Lost Lake is the perfect escape. The campground provides you with everything you could want – miles of scenic hiking, a multitude of water activities, and even a general store for anything you might have forgotten at home.The lakeside tent ca...Read more -
Cascade Locks, Oregon
Lost Lake Butte Trail
3.53.51 mi / 1302 ft gainThis is a great hike for those who are visiting Lost Lake. There's a steady 1200ft elevation climb all the way to the summit, so the hike will give you a good workout, but is worth it in the end. To begin this hike, make your way to the Lost Lake Campground Amphitheater Stage (off of NF Dev RD ...Read more -
Cascade Locks, Oregon
Emerald Falls
2.00.65 mi / 308 ft gainStart at the Wyreth Campground day-use area. If it's closed, park on the side of the road and walk in from the roadway. You'll see an intersection with a wooden bridge crossing the river. Take a few pictures and continue straight on the trail. You'll go about 1/2 mile on the trail until you rea...Read more -
Cascade Locks, Oregon
North Lake via Wyeth Trail
1.012.36 mi / 4505 ft gainPark at the Wyeth Trailhead parking lot and start hiking south along the old road bed. At the junction with the Gorge-Wyeth Trail, bear left and follow the Wyeth Trail as it goes beneath several power lines. Follow the trail as it goes back into the woods and crosses Harphan Creek. Continue on an...Read more -
Yacolt, Washington
Hike Silver Star Mountain
4.6Silver Star is simply a must-do hike for adventure lovers here in the Northwest!From the parking area, take the main trail up to the first open meadow. Eds Trail splits off here, meeting back up just before the summit. Be warned, Eds Trail is much steeper in sections and is more difficult than th...Read more -
Cascade Locks, Oregon
Gorton Creek Falls
4.71.01 mi / 361 ft gainThe Gorton Creek Falls hike provides an excellent challenge for those who are searching for a bit of adventure. The trailhead starts at the Wyeth Campground day use area, and continues straight at the intersection. The first 2/3rds of the trail are relatively easy to traverse (depsite being rough...Read more -
Stevenson, Washington
Wind Mountain
5.02.5 mi / 1037 ft gainOnce you reach the parking lot, walk down the hill and find the trail head, which is easily seen as it is marked. Begin your trek up the trail. The way up is pretty much all uphill, and is a great workout for the legs. You will walk through forests and over many rocks on the way up. As soon as y...Read more -
Camas, Washington
Run the Round Lake Loop at Lacamas Park
4.26.3 mi / 710 ft gainThis trail is a great option for people who want to escape the city, without actually leaving. Lacamas Park is located right downtown Camas, Washington and offers over six miles of dirt trails popular for cyclists, pedestrians, and runners.Park off of 3rd avenue at the Lacamas Creek Trailhead to ...Read more -
Camas, Washington
Explore Camas Pothole Falls
4.00.5 mi / 0 ft gainThis is on the Round Lake Loop trail and there’s a free parking area. It’s a relatively in and out hike that is family friendly but does have some downhill scrambles. Be careful when jumping as there has been fatalities in the past but as long as you’re practicing safe swimming you’ll be okay.Read more -
Stevenson, Washington
Dog Mountain via Dog Mountain Trail
4.56.53 mi / 2858 ft gainThe Dog Mountain trailhead is located halfway between Stevenson and Bingen. Look for the big signed parking area just after milepost 53 (Eastbound). The parking lot fills up quickly, especially during peak wildflower season, so if you can go on a weekday that would be better. There are 3 trails ...Read more -
Stevenson, Washington
Dog Mountain: The Steeper Route
4.55.55 mi / 2858 ft gainIf you know the Columbia Gorge, you know Dog Mountain. It's the ever-rewarding, incredibly challenging, insanely popular, calf-burning 6.5-mile hike that attracts hundreds of people every weekend, especially during May and June when the wildflowers are in full bloom. If you're like me and you h...Read more