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Kiteboard in the Columbia River Gorge
Hood River, Oregon
5.0
Kiteboarding is one of the fastest growing sports in the world and for good reason. Imagine racing over the water with 30 mph winds, jumping from waves and grinding on a rail with your board. Ok ok maybe that is way to much for most of us and just standing up would be an accomplishment, but Kiteboarding in the beautiful Columbia River Gorge with Mt. Hood in the background is priceless.That's e...
Bike from Hood River to The Dalles
Hood River, Oregon
2.0
40 mi
/ 2800 ft gain
The ride from Hood River to The Dalles is one of the best 20 mile stretches of road biking in Oregon, and arguably the best. The ride starts out in the wonderful town of Hood River - a tourist and adventure destination in its own right - and follows the historic Columbia River Gorge highway (US-30) east. The ride features stunning, in-your-face views of the Columbia River Gorge for most of its ...
Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail: Hood River to Mosier
Hood River, Oregon
8.86 mi
/ 1017 ft gain
Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail: Hood River to Mosier is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river and is good for all skill levels located near Bingen, Washington.
Hood River Mountain Loop
Hood River, Oregon
4.4 mi
/ 912 ft gain
Hood River Mountain Loop is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Hood River, Oregon.
Hike Coyote Wall
White Salmon, Washington
3.5
7.5 mi
/ 800 ft gain
Coyote Wall is a relatively uncrowded trail system in the Columbia River Gorge that provides outstanding views of the Columbia River. The trail system is made up primarily of user-created mountain biking trails, allowing hikers a choose-your-own-adventure approach to exploring the area.Start out at the Coyote Wall Trailhead, which is just north of Highway 14 on the Washington side of the gorge...
Twin Tunnels East Side via Historic Columbia River Highway
Mosier, Oregon
3.68 mi
/ 453 ft gain
Twin Tunnels East Side via Historic Columbia River Highway is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Mosier, Oregon.
Hike the Labyrinth-Coyote Wall Loop
498 Old Highway 8, Washington
Sadly because of the devastating Eagle Creek fire on the Oregon side of the Gorge, most of the trails are closed for restoration. As a result more hikers are heading to the Washington side and heading further east for Gorge day hikes. Heading east gets you some sunnier skies and prime wildflower blooms.
This 7.3 mile loop takes you through the busy Coyote Wall area, but starts on a much quieter...
Weldon Wagon Road Trail
White Salmon, Washington
4.61 mi
/ 1250 ft gain
Weldon Wagon Road Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near White Salmon, Washington.
Mosier Plateau Trail
Mosier, Oregon
2.8 mi
/ 600 ft gain
Mosier Plateau Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Mosier, Oregon.
Places to stay
Cook, Washington
Moss Creek Campground
Overview
Located in the southeast corner of the Gifford-Pinchot National Forest and close to Columbia River Gorge, Moss Creek Campground ...
Cook, Washington
Oklahoma Campground
Overview
Oklahoma Campground is nestled in a lush grove of large hemlock, cedar, maple and fir trees alongside the Little White Salmon Ri...
Trout Lake, Washington
Atkisson Group Camp
Overview
Sitting just west of Washington's second largest mountain, Mt. Adams, Atkisson Group Camp is open for campers between May and Se...
Cook, Washington
Peterson Prairie Campground
Overview
Peterson Prairie Campground offers shaded and secluded campsites nestled in a forest of large pine, spruce and fir trees. The ca...
Trout Lake, Washington
Peterson Prairie Cabin
Overview
The Peterson Cabin is located on the Mt. Adams Ranger District, is powered by propane, and wood heat and can sleep six people. ...
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