Viento State Park
Where a railroad station once stood is now the home of one of the best Gorge campgrounds, conveniently located just 8 miles west of Hood River.
Behold the Columbia River Valley’s jaw-dropping beauty up-close when adventuring outdoors. From epic excursions in the snow, to warm-weathered fun in the sun, there’s something for every season, and for groups of any size. Book a guided tour or go it alone, the Gorge’s great outdoors is calling your name!
Where a railroad station once stood is now the home of one of the best Gorge campgrounds, conveniently located just 8 miles west of Hood River.
Traveling eastbound on Interstate 84, you might very well miss this tiny park. Nestled at the base of the sheer walls of the Columbia Gorge, Starvation Creek is much more than it appears.
Nestled in the awe-inspiring Columbia River Gorge, Ainsworth is equal parts waterfall wonderland, hiker’s playground and camper’s delight.Situated at the eastern end of Historic Highway 30, from Ainsworth to Crown Point to the west, you’ll find the world’s greatest concentration of high waterfalls (like Multnomah Falls).
This classic example of a horsetail formation along Horsetail Creek can be viewed from a turnout on the Historic Highway.
Height: 176 feet.
Punchbowl Falls may sound short, but it is exquisite as it drops into a large amphitheater. This is also a popular swimming hole.
You can find the heart of Mount Hood’s beauty and wildlife at Lost Lake. Photographers praise Lost Lake’s unrivaled vistas, birdwatchers flock to see riparian and high-elevation birds, and nature lovers bask in old-growth forests and abundant wildflowers.
Provides access to: Wyeth Trail #411 and is the easternmost end of the Gorge #400 Trail.
Wyeth Trail #411 accesses Mark O Hatfield Wilderness.
There is one picnic table and room for 5 cars. The road to the trailhead is narrow and rough. It is a popular huckleberry picking area.
Provides access to: Warren Lake Trail 417A and Mitchell Point Trail 417 which access Mark O Hatfield Wilderness.
This is a short barrier free trail that travels through old growth forest near Lost Lake. The trail offers hikers an opportunity to learn more about the ecology of the area through numerous interpretive signs along the trail.
No amenities available immediately surrounding the trailhead. Access Lost Lake Butte trail and Old Skyline trail from this trailhead. Parking is available just to the south of the trailhead.
This is a parking and starting area for the Boy Scout Lodge with room for about 25 cars. It is located on the west side of Highway 35 about 200 ft.