Completing METRO’s 40-mile Loop

The 40-mile loop has been a project in the making since the 1980’s. With the goal of connecting parks along the Columbia, Sandy, and Willamette Rivers, the last part of the loop is between planned to connect Troutdale, OR and Gresham, OR. Learn more about this...

Let’s Hike! Hike #5 For Spring Break in the Gorge

For our Friday hike in the Gorge we are headed up! The Angels Rest trail is one of the most popular trails in the Gorge (for a reason), so we recommend getting an early start. The 1,400ft elevation gain will be worth it the second you reach the summit and are rewarded...

Let’s Hike! Hike #4 for Spring Break in the Gorge

For our Thursday hike, we are headed to the classic Gorge destination. We are getting an early start and beating the crowds to Multnomah Falls to embark on the Multnomah Falls Loop. Find out more about this 5-mile loop:  MULTNOMAH FALLS LOOPThe most popular...

Let’s Hike! Hike #3 For Spring Break in the Gorge

Today we are headed to the Washington side of the Columbia River Gorge! Rather than waterfalls, today we are in search of wildflowers and awesome views of the Columbia River Gorge. At Catherine Creek, take the Arch Rock Loop for historic buildings, Gorge-ous views,...

Let’s Hike! Hike #2 for the Columbia River Gorge

We’ve still got our hiking boots on for our Tuesday hike to Triple Falls. At the trail-head, find Horsetail falls cascading down next to the Historic Columbia Gorge Highway. Continue upwards on the trail to walk behind Pony Tail falls and keep on until you reach...

Let’s Hike! Hike #1 for Spring Break in the Gorge

Happy spring break! To celebrate, we are hiking the Gorge this week! We are starting with one of our favorite Gorge hikes, the Upper McCord Falls and Elowah Falls trail. This one is hard to beat with two amazing waterfalls waiting for you! Find more info about this...