Wahkeena Springs Hike

If you’ve never visited Wahkeena Falls, it is worth the stop on your next trip out to the Gorge. While you at the falls, and if you are looking for a hike, consider hiking above the falls to Wahkeena Springs. The trail gains 1,500 feet, in a 3-mile out-and-back...

Cascade Locks Port to Rebuild Historic Engine Building, Oregon Pony

The Oregon Pony, a historic stream engine on display in Cascade Locks, will soon have a new home. Union Pacific Railroad granted the $10,000 to the Port of Cascade Locks to fund construction for a new display structure for the Civil War-era steam engine. Read more...

“Beautiful Music for the Beautiful Gorge” Event on March 13

Don’t miss out on the upcoming event: “Beautiful Music for the Beautiful Gorge,” hosted by Friends of the Columbia Gorge. The event, a fundraiser to support Gorge protection, will be held on March 13, 2016 at The Old Church in Portland, OR. Order...

Thousand Acres Dog Park: Sandy River Delta

Portland, OR and the surrounding cities are certainly full of dog loving folks. Since many of us don’t have property for our dogs to roam, we take or dogs to local city parks or on walks down the sidewalk. However, a dog paradise sits just a few minutes from...

Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail

Cyclists from around town, the state, the country, and the world will soon have a continuous bike-friendly path stretching 73 miles down the scenic Columbia River Gorge. The trail is expected to be finished by fall, and will travel from Troutdale, OR to The Dalles,...