During the summer, hundreds of people hike to Punchbowl Falls every day. However, for at least a year Punchbowl Falls is about as far as you can go up the Eagle Creek Trail. A bridge on the trail above Punchbowl Falls that crosses Tish Creek was wiped out this winter,...
Tucked upstream from Bonneville Dam sits a scenic falls easily reachable on a short out-and-back hike. Wahclella Falls along Tanner Creek offers Gorge hikers a big reward at the end of a scenic walk in the woods: This is one of the must-do easy hikes in the Gorge....
One of our favorite times of the year is fast approaching: Wildflower season in the Columbia River Gorge. From late March through May, visit the Gorge to immerse yourself in the beautiful blossoming scenery as flowers (such as Camas, pictured above) are in full bloom....
Although the Eagle Creek Trail past Punchbowl Falls is impassable, you can still reach the beautiful and scenic Punchbowl Falls on Eagle Creek. Here are more details on reaching Punchbowl Falls below. Happy hiking! Eagle Creek is the quintessential hike in the...
While the Eagle Creek Trail to Punchbowl Falls is one of the most well-used trails in the Columbia River Gorge, the next time you are hiking along Eagle Creek, continue past Punchbowl and press on to reach High Bridge. The out-and-back day hike to High Bridge is about...
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...
