Woodland, Washington
Top Spots in and near Woodland
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Washougal, Washington
Dougan Falls
3.5Does camping right next to an epic swimming hole sound like a pretty good way to spend a hot summer weekend? If so, you need to add Dougan Creek Campground to your list of weekend getaways. The Dougan Falls area of the Washougal River is packed with at least a dozen deep swimming holes, but the ...Read more -
Washougal, Washington
Naked Falls
5.0The family friendly Naked Falls is just 20 minutes outside of Camas, Washington. It is a great introduction to kids of the great Pacific Northwest. It is also a great reminder for cliff jumpers that there are still great spots that aren’t too far from home. A $12 fee per car is required for parki...Read more -
Corbett, Oregon
Climb Rooster Rock
5.0Head to Rooster Rock State Park off exit 25 on I-84 E in the Columbia River Gorge. Park at the west end of the park.There are multiple paths at the west end of the park heading south to I-84. If you go too far west, you will hit water. Pick one of these paths which lead to the edge of the freeway...Read more -
Toutle, Washington
Hike the Hummocks Trail
2.4 mi / 0 ft gainThe trail has a number of ups and downs as you pass the many ponds and ash/rock/mud hills (hummocks) on your way towards the North Fork Toutle River. There is abundant wildlife in the area including birds, beaver and elk.This is also a great place to park and extend your day of hiking on the Boun...Read more -
Washougal, Washington
Cape Horn Trail
4.36.76 mi / 1795 ft gainThe Cape Horn Trail is great for those who are short on time, but still want to get outside for something close by with great views. Located just 35 min east of Portland, the Cape Horn Trail offers a few different possibilities for you to hike. The whole loop (lower section is closed from Feb 1s...Read more -
Corbett, Oregon
Night Sky Shooting at Vista House
3.0The Vista House located in the Columbia River Gorge offers those looking to photograph the night sky without traveling long distance from Portland the opportunity to do so. Vista House is just far enough away from Portland's light pollution to allow you to capture enough stars on a clear night.T...Read more -
Timber, Oregon
Hike the Upper Salmonberry River Trail
4.112.5 mi / 1600 ft gainIf you are craving adventure and exploration in a unique hiking setting, then you have come to the right place! This is a hike where every time you turn a corner your eyes light up with excitement and your imagination runs wild. Be forewarned though…if you fear cold, dark, and creepy abandoned tr...Read more -
Toutle, Washington
Backpack to Snow Lake by Mt. Whittier
5.016 mi / 2700 ft gainThe Coldwater Lake Recreation Area has restrooms, telephones, and a picnic area. Make sure you have already acquired your permits for camping in the Mt. Margaret back country.Follow trail #211, which runs along the entire 4.5 mile length of Coldwater Lake. It is a beautiful and fairly flat hike w...Read more -
Toutle, Washington
Mount Margaret's Ridge Camp via Coldwater Trailhead
3.57.12 mi / 1634 ft gainThe hike is relatively easy. I'd say intermediate due to the incline at the beginning. Also intermediate due to it being an backpacking camp adventure. A friend of mine and I backpacked in to shoot the sunset and sunrise. We went a little early in the season so it was also to scout for future ad...Read more -
Stevenson, Washington
Three Corner Rock
4.03.86 mi / 1093 ft gainFrom the Rock Creek Pass Trailhead, begin the short hike to Three Corner Rock by heading south on the Pacific Crest Trail from its crossing of Road CG 2090. After a steady 1.5-mile climb of roughly 600 feet, look for a large fallen sign marking the junction to Three Corner Rock. Shortly after, an...Read more -
Toutle, Washington
Loowit Viewpoint
5.0From roughly May to September, both star gazers and photographers alike travel to the darkest locations in order to capture something truly magnificent- the galactic core of the milky way. The Loowit Viewpoint is unlike any around due to the perfect combination of it's remote location, higher ele...Read more -
Tualatin, Oregon
Kayaking the Lower Tualatin River
4.0The Tualatin River runs from Hagg Lake, near Forest Grove, then travels through many small towns before it empties into the Willamette River at Willamette Park.Start at the Tualatin Community Park in Tualatin and paddle down to Willamette Park in West Linn. This section offers a few miles of easy...Read more -
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 -
Toutle, Washington
Hike to the Summit of Coldwater Peak
12.2 mi / 2000 ft gainWhile thousands of visitors come to witness the raw power and devastation left behind from Mount St Helens' famous 1980 eruption, few wander past the groomed paths surrounding the Johnston Ridge Observatory. It is beyond these paths where you come across the more commonly designed backcountry tra...Read more -
Toutle, Washington
Hike to Coldwater Peak via Boundary Trail
5.014.8 mi / 2700 ft gainThe Boundary trail is amazing. It's 54 miles long and runs for the most part along a ridge in Gifford Pinchot National Forest. You can climb various peaks and viewpoints right off the trail, but this trip report is for climbing Coldwater Peak and hiking up to Harry's Ridge Viewpoint on the way. H...Read more -
Cougar, Washington
Hike to Ape Canyon
9.6 mi / 1650 ft gainNot to be confused with the ever so popular Ape Caves, the Ape Canyon is a moderately challenging hike that remains above ground, climbing a total of 1650 feet in elevation parallel to the Muddy River. Although originally designed as a hiking trail, this route has become increasingly popular wit...Read more