Goldendale, Washington
Top Spots in and near Goldendale
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Skamania County, Washington
Backpack around Mount Adams
1.032 mi / 7000 ft gainUnder 2 hours from Portland, Mount Adams sees a sizable crowd of visitors - but get beyond the first mile of the South Climb trail, and you're unlikely to encounter another person until you circle around all the way to the PCT. This loop around the mountain doesn't put you quite as high up as th...Read more -
Maupin, Oregon
White River Falls
4.40.78 mi / 177 ft gainWhite River Falls is perfect for those looking for an easy hike with great rewards. From the parking lot, it is a brisk walk to a view point, where you can immediately take in the gorgeous falls! To get down to the bottom of the falls, turn left and begin walking down the trail. You will cross a...Read more -
Maupin, Oregon
Explore White River Falls State Park
White River Falls is located 35 miles south of The Dalles and 4.5 miles east of Tygh Valley. With only a short walk from the parking area to the viewing area and trails leading down to the water.White River Falls, which is the furthest upstream, drops about 75 feet with multiple channels, and at ...Read more -
Hood River, Oregon
Punchbowl Falls
4.50.42 mi / 92 ft gainGetting 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...Read more -
Cascade Locks, Oregon
Warren and Lancaster Falls
4.51.89 mi / 571 ft gainThe hike along Mt. Defiance Trail to Warren and Lancaster Falls is great if you want to get away from some of the more crowded destinations in the gorge, or just want to catch some shade during the summer. The trail is fairly easygoing, though the last 1/4th of a mile to Lancaster Falls is a bit ...Read more -
Cascade Locks, Oregon
Starvation Creek Falls
3.5The Starvation Creek Falls drops 141ft down into a naturally formed bowl, cascading past a wooded picnic area and onto the Columbia River. The falls are one of the easiest falls to access in the Columbia River Gorge along with Multnomah Falls, but are far less Crowded. The short 300ft walk from t...Read more -
Cascade Locks, Oregon
Mount Defiance
3.712.55 mi / 5167 ft gainThis hike starts at the Starvation Creek Rest Area. After parking, head west back along the shoulder of the freeway, where you’ll see a wooden sign stating “Mt. Defiance Trail.” Continue heading west along the abandoned Columbia River Highway. Keep going west as you pass the junction with the Sta...Read more -
Cascade Locks, Oregon
Lower Starvation Ridge Loop
3.72.69 mi / 1001 ft gainStarvation Creek Falls is an impressive 190 ft. waterfall just a few feet from the parking lot. If you don't know it's there, you'll miss it. Keep walking past the restrooms, away from the trail head to see this beautiful two-tiered waterfall. There are a couple of picnic tables near the creek to...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 -
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 -
Mount Hood, Oregon
Dry Fly Fishing the East Fork of Hood River
4.0This 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 &...Read more -
Skamania County, Washington
Camp Forlorn Lakes & Explore Guler Ice Cave
Camp at scenic and easily-accessible Forlorn Lakes, where the 25 campsites ($10/night) are both isolated and roomy. Sites have a picnic table and fire ring and provide access to the series of lakes, as well as the East Crater Trailhead which leads into the Indian Heaven Wilderness.Nearby, explore...Read more -
Mount Hood, Oregon
Tamanawas Falls
4.43.37 mi / 722 ft gainThis easy trail in the Mt Hood National Forest has a journey just as lovely as the destination. The hike follows closely along the banks of Cold Spring Creek, up through a massive boulder field, and finally arrives at the 150ft tall Tamanawas Hiking directions: Starting at the East Fork- Tamanaw...Read more -
Mount Hood, Oregon
Snowshoe to Tamanawas Falls
4.53.6 mi / 590 ft gainStarting at the Sherwood Trailhead, follow the sign towards Tamanwas Falls. You will walk through the woods towards the river, and cross it on the log bridge. After crossing the creek, you will begin to head uphill. Keep going this way through the woods for nearly 2 miles, and you will reach the ...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