Goldendale, Washington
Top Spots in and near Goldendale
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Wasco, Oregon
Mountain Biking the Deschutes River Trail
4.0The Deschutes River Trail—an old smooth road really, with a mix of dirt, sand and gravel—is a great mountain bike ride or hike for beginners and experts alike. While the trail is very easy, the scenery all along the route is breathtaking.Park at the well-marked trailhead just to the left as you e...Read more -
Centerville, Washington
Hike through Dalles Mountain Ranch
4.55 mi / 480 ft gainJust north of The Dalles lies a park most have never heard of despite it's astounding 3,338 acres in size... Columbia Hills Historical State Park. A large park comprised of many smaller ones, the outdoor lover may come here to enjoy kayaking or fishing on the 90 acre lake, rock climb the ragged o...Read more -
Lyle, Washington
Rock Climb Horsethief Butte
Located on the Washington side of the Columbia River Gorge heading east on highway 14 at milepost 85. Pull into the parking lot on the right hand side of the road and the trailhead is located by the restrooms. Be cautious on warm days because this is rattlesnake country. There are signs poste...Read more -
Lyle, Washington
Hike Lyle Cherry Orchard
5.05 mi / 1100 ft gainThis hike is actually on a nature preserve owned by the Friends of the Columbia Gorge, on the Washington side of the Columbia Gorge. It's fairly unknown and you can enjoy amazing views of the Gorge, wildflowers during the springtime, and a trek through an old oak forest. The hike begins at an unm...Read more -
Mosier, Oregon
Rowena Crest Viewpoint
4.8If you're looking for a minimal effort pit stop on the drive through the Columbia River Gorge with huge bang for your buck, this is the spot. Rowena Crest is an iconic viewpoint that creates a horseshoe curve along the road. This unique shape is one of the most photographed roads in Oregon. It's ...Read more -
Mosier, Oregon
McCall Point
4.03.56 mi / 1168 ft gainThe trail begins at the Rowena Crest Overlook on the Old Columbia River Highway between Hood River and the Dalles. Park at the Rowena Overlook, and you find the trail on the south side of the area. Follow the trail to the top of McCall Point. The trail is fairly level at first but then climbs ste...Read more -
498 Old Highway 8, Washington
Labyrinth-Coyote Wall Loop
6.42 mi / 1555 ft gainSadly 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 ...Read more -
Mosier, Oregon
Mosier Plateau Trail
2.79 mi / 600 ft gainThe Columbia River Gorge is full of hidden gems, especially for new folks like me. I just found out about this little trail right in the middle of Mosier Oregon. The trail is great for new hikers, and if you have some friends visiting this would be the perfect trail to take them on if they don'...Read more -
Condon, Oregon
Hike Cottonwood Canyons Pinnacle Trail
5.08.6 mi / 50 ft gainStarting near the entrance to the fee-free Cottonwood Canyon State Park, which is one of Oregon's newest state Parks, find the large sign for the start of the Pinnacles Trail. This park was formerly a ranch, and this largely flat trail runs along an erstwhile ranch road that follows the John Day...Read more -
White Salmon, Washington
Coyote Wall Loop
3.56.29 mi / 1962 ft gainCoyote 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 o...Read more -
Hood River, Oregon
Bike from Hood River to The Dalles
2.040 mi / 2800 ft gainThe 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-3...Read more -
Hood River, Oregon
Kiteboard in the Columbia River Gorge
5.0Kiteboarding 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 Kite...Read more -
Yakima County, Washington
Mount Adams Circumambulation
35.1 mi / 8881 ft gain***Before you go on this trek, give the Yakama Nation a call and talk to a Ranger to make sure the trail is open to backpackers or hikers.*** 1-509-865-5121 or 1-509-395-3402 There are a few places you can start this adventure, but starting from the South Climb Trail Head and Cold Spring Campgrou...Read more -
Cook, Washington
Spirit Falls
4.01.5 mi / 516 ft gainNOTE: Access to this hike is currently closed. A Part of this hike goes through private land. At this time, the landowner is not granting access to hikers. There are no signs or trail head for the falls, but it's a popular spot for kayakers and photographers, so look for a faint boot path direct...Read more -
Mount Hood, Oregon
Explore Lavender Valley
4.0Lavender 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 ...Read more -
Skamania County, Washington
Hike to the Summit of Mount Adams via South Climb
5.012 mi / 6700 ft gainStart by checking in at the Trout Lake Ranger station to pick up a Cascade Volcanoes pass for $10-$15. Continue the South Climb trailhead at the Cloud Cap Campground. Some hikers overnight here for an early start the next day.Sign out a wilderness permit at the trailhead and follow the South Clim...Read more
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Camping and Lodging in Goldendale
Wasco, Oregon
Lepage Park
Overview
LePage Park is located at the confluence of the John Day and Columbia Rivers just five miles from Rufus, Oregon, and the John Da...
Glenwood, Washington
Getaway Mount Adams
A tiny cabin nestled in nature is waiting for you. Our first Outpost in the Pacific Northwest is now open.
From $129 / night
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. ...
Cook, Washington
Oklahoma Campground
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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
Moss Creek Campground
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Located in the southeast corner of the Gifford-Pinchot National Forest and close to Columbia River Gorge, Moss Creek Campground ...