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    Top Spots in and near Hood River County

    • Government Camp, Oregon

      Photograph the Wildflowers at Timberline Lodge

      4.0
      From the mount hood scenic byway in Government Camp, Oregon turn on the road that heads up to the Timberline Lodge. Follow that road to the end and park in the lot all the way at the top. In the ski season you need a pass to park there, but if you go in June, July, Or August (aka when the wildflo...
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    • Mount Hood, Oregon

      Explore Lavender Valley

      4.0
      Lavender Valley is a beautiful 6 acre hidden gem just 30 minutes south of Hood River, Oregon. Drive south on Hwy 35 for 12.6 miles to Woodworth Rd. Turn right/west onto Woodworth Rd. Take Woodworth Rd for 1.5 miles to Alexander Rd. Turn right/north onto Alexander Rd. Take Alexander Rd for 1 mile ...
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    • Rhododendron, Oregon

      Little Zig Zag Falls

      5.0
      0.66 mi / 131 ft gain
      The hike along Little Zig Zag River is definitely one of Oregon's hidden gems. Although the waterfall isn't as highly rated in comparison to other impressive falls like Multnomah Falls, Abiqua Falls, or Bridal Viel Falls, it is still quite the sight to see, and most definitely worth the visit. T...
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    • Cascade Locks, Oregon

      Tunnel Falls

      4.4
      11.87 mi / 2874 ft gain
      This hike begins at the Eagle Creek Trailhead. This is the same trailhead that goes to popular Punchbowl Falls. The trail to reach Tunnel Falls is 12 miles roundtrip on an out and back trail. If you continue another 0.5 miles on the trail after Tunnel Falls you will reach Twister Falls. The hike ...
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    • Hood River, Oregon

      Punchbowl Falls

      4.5
      0.42 mi / 92 ft gain
      Getting to Punchbowl Falls is a super quick hike to a fun cliff-jumping swimming hole and waterfall. Be careful hiking the steep trail to the falls. Make use of the rope. Be VERY careful approaching the edge of the cliff higher up and know your limits when it comes to jumping. Always walk down a...
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    • Cascade Locks, Oregon

      Hike to Mossy Grotto Falls

      2.7
      1.6 mi
      Note: This trail may be closed. Additionally, getting to Mossy Grotto Falls is a very challenging adventure, especially when conditions are muddy.  Before exploring this adventure, consider checking for updates with the Forest Service for the Columbia River Gorge: (541) 308-1700.   This newly di...
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    • Cascade Locks, Oregon

      Wahclella Falls

      4.7
      1.74 mi / 410 ft gain
      This is a very short and fairly easy, 1 mile in – 1 mile out, hike with a little bit of elevation gain. I took my time hiking and enjoying the scenery with the intention of this being a photo heavy trip. When I got to the end I spent at least an hour shooting from every angle I saw fit. Once you ...
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    • Cascade Locks, Oregon

      Munra Point

      4.9
      4.12 mi / 2208 ft gain
      This trail is temporarily closed. Please visit the Forest Service website for updates to trails in the Columbia River Gorge. This hike starts at the Wahclella Falls trailhead, but does not use that trail. Instead, walk back towards the freeway and take a left onto the Columbia River Highway Tr...
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    • Cascade Locks, Oregon

      Snow Hike to Wahclella Falls

      4.0
      2 mi
      The wooden bridges, Munra Falls, beautiful canyon walls, and the mossy grotto at the end of the canyon itself would be enough of a draw for this hike, but you round the last corner and 65 foot Wahclella Falls comes in full view.The big snow covered river rocks looked like giant marshmallows, and ...
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    • Cascade Locks, Oregon

      Ruckel Ridge Loop

      5.0
      8.08 mi / 3730 ft gain
      This ridge is one of the lesser known paths from the Eagle Creek Trailhead. Instead of taking Ruckel Creek Trail, find the trail leading up Ruckel Ridge. It is a far more difficult hike of about 7 miles leading up to Benson Plateau. Along the way there are beautiful lookout points for Mount Hood,...
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    • Cascade Locks, Oregon

      Wahtum Lake via Eagle Creek

      27.23 mi / 5961 ft gain
      This is a somewhat incomplete report because we did not venture too far into the Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness. The sky had been threatening us with rain for the duration of our hike along Eagle Creek and we did not want to push our luck too far since we were hoping for an early start on our drive ...
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    • Cascade Locks, Oregon

      Ruckel Creek Falls

      4.0
      1.21 mi / 194 ft gain
      Park at the Eagle Creek Trailhead, and backtrack out towards the highway. Take the path to the right and walk alongside the highway for nearly a half mile. Stop when you are on the bridge and see the Ruckel Creek Trail to your right. If you look left, you will notice a waterfall dropping below yo...
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    • Cascade Locks, Oregon

      Metlako & Punchbowl Falls

      4.7
      5.46 mi / 1030 ft gain
      Note: The overlook at Metlako Falls is closed. Find out more info here. This is a fairly short hike. 2 miles in to Punchbowl Falls (past Metlako Falls) and then 2 miles out. I’ve done it in all sorts of conditions from 95 degree sunny summer days to a trip in a deep freeze where I got in my wets...
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    • Government Camp, Oregon

      Mirror Lake Trail

      4.5
      4.09 mi / 810 ft gain
      I was out doing the Ramona Falls hike, and I decided that I needed to find a lake that provided me with a great view of Mt Hood. My first stop was Trillium Lake, but with that being a “drive up” lake, there were tons of people. Tons of people only means one thing…turbulent waters! As I was dr...
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    • Government Camp, Oregon

      Tom Dick and Harry Mountain

      5.0
      8.28 mi / 1726 ft gain
      Looking to score those iconic photos of Mt. Hood? Climb the well-graded trail to Tom Dick and Harry Mountain, one of the most accessible summit hikes to Portlanders, and see where they were all taken. Starting from the busy Mirror Lake Trailhead, climb roughly 900 feet and 1.5 miles to Mirror La...
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    • Mount Hood, Oregon

      Dry Fly Fishing the East Fork of Hood River

      4.0
      This river may be a bit under the radar at the moment but not for long.  This section doesn't have the big fish, that the main fork of the Hood River does but it will keep you busy with modest active trout perfect for a 3 or 5 weight rod in the summer time and a dry fly.   It's a great beginner &...
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