Cape Horn Loop

Visit the Cape Horn Loop for one of the premier hiking loops in the Gorge. A 7.7 mile loop, the Cape Horn Trail is an easy 40 minute drive from Portland, offering a perfect weekend hike for Oregonians, Washingtonians, and those visiting the area.Driving DirectionsThe...

Peter Marbach: Holiday Open House

Peter Marbach, a local photographer, will be holding his second-annual Holiday Open House November 14 and 15th in Hood River, OR. Come to see his breath-taking photography and learn about his projects that span across the globe.New items this year include the recently...

Searching for Giants: Protecting the Largest Trees in the Gorge

While people often flock to the Gorge to see waterfalls that plummet over one-hundred feet, there are some who visit the Gorge seeking a different type of natural giant. Hood River photographer, Darryl Lloyd searches the Columbia River Gorge for old-growth trees. In...

A Driving Tour of the Gorge

Known for great hikes to scenic vistas and commanding waterfalls, the Columbia River Gorge can also be enjoyed exclusively by car. The Historic Columbia River Highway Scenic Byway is a famous driving route, which takes you through the Gorge, leading you through much...

The Columbia River Gorge’s little Treasures

Not only does Oregon have the Columbia River Gorge but it’s also home to many little treasures like Punchbowl Falls. To get to this epic waterfall you have to endure a 3.8 mile round trip hike but good news it’s difficultly level is easy. This hike is...