Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area

Usda Forest Service, Oregon.

From watersports to wonderful vistas, the Columbia River Gorge provides just about every type of outdoor recreation you can imagine. Find maps and current conditions and explore specific recreation sites listed below the interactive map on this page. 

Know before you go: Risks are higher in areas where fire has recently burned. Read our safety tips for burned areas. 

Need a pass? Check out our Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area site-specific digital pass and buy your pass.

Passes are required at the following sites:
  • Bridge of the Gods Trailhead
  • Dog Mountain Trailhead
  • Eagle Creek Recreation Area
  • Herman Creek Trailhead
  • Larch Mountain Trailhead
  • North Bonneville Trailhead
  • Sam’s Walker Picnic Area
  • St. Cloud Picnic Area
  • Wahclella Falls Trailhead
  • Wyeth / Gorton Creek Trailhead
Map button. Find details at Eagle Creek Fire Closure Map & List 
Map button. This Ready Set Gorge! map is helpful for planning your visit.

Check the weather at Portland/West Gorge or Hood River/East Gorge

Camping and Day Use

  • Eagle Creek Campground
  • Eagle Creek Overlook Grp Site
  • Wyeth Campground

Activities and Experiences

  • Columbia River Gorge Multnomah Falls (I-84) Timed Use Permit
  • Dog Mountain Trail System Permits

Site Passes

  • Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area Site Pass

Nearby Activities

  • Auto Touring
  • Biking
  • Camping
  • Hiking
  • Horse Camping
  • Horseback Riding
  • Picnicking
  • Swimming
  • Visitor Center
  • Wildlife Viewing

Directions

Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area Office 902 Wasco Avenue, Suite 200 Hood River, OR 97031

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