Recreation

The trailhead is on the 1340 Forest Road at the south end of Lost Lake Campground. There is room for 5 cars and there are toilets within 100 yards. The…

The Historic Columbia River Highway Trail is truly one of the singular routes in Oregon – and a ride almost anyone can enjoy. When you pair a stupendously beautiful route…

This 100-foot waterfall is less known than its rivals in the Columbia Gorge but is equally breathtaking. Hikes in this area take you through lush vegetation and critical wildlife habitat.…

Head out to John B. Yeon Scenic Corridor to one of the dramatic and secluded waterfalls in the area. A family- and dog-friendly 2.2-mile hike leads to Upper McCord Creek Falls,…

The Triple Falls viewpoint is on Oneonta Trail #424, 1.7 miles from Oneonta Gorge Trailhead.  It is of triplet form, not triple as the name implies, consisting of three separate…

The mission of the Hood River Valley Parks + Recreation District is to provide recreational opportunities to the citizens of the Park District, with focus on the youth of the…

The Hood River Valley is one of the natural treasures of Oregon – both for the views over rolling terrain out to Mount Hood, and for its bounty of fruit…

Explore Cascade Locks and surrounding waterfalls, vistas and swimming holes, all on two wheels. Reserve an e-bike rental with Bike the Gorge.

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. Access to: Pacific Crest…

The History Museum is dedicated to the collection, preservation, and display of valuable documents, photographs, and artifacts that reflect and portray the story of Hood River County and the Mid-Columbia…

Restroom and garbage facilities are available. Day use areas are within walking distance of this trailhead with lake access. Provides access to: Lakeshore Trail  #656, Lakeshore Express Trail near Lost Lake Campground.

Hood River's newest and only climing gym, Brimstone Boulders is located inside an old church.The folks at Brimstone love climbing and they believe wholeheartedly in its ability to form strong…

Teacup Nordic is a designated Nordic Ski Area by the US Forest Service and is operated by the Teacup Lake Nordic Club. No public entity provides any financial support to…

A great spot for a picnic lunch, the Eagle Creek Recreation Area also provides access to a variety of trails, including the extremely popular Eagle Creek Trail #440. The picnic…

Located off Exit 64, the port's marina facilities offer a boat launch and moorage for over 150 vessels as well as kayaking, small sailing craft, community education sailing classes, and…

Waterfront Park (Exit 63) features restrooms, picnic tables, two picnic shelters, walking paths, grassy play areas, a sandy swimming beach, and a launch ramp for windsurfers and stand-up paddle boarders…

Not to be confused with the Punchbowl Falls on Eagle Creek, Punchbowl Falls in Dee is Hood River County’s newest and most scenic park. Located at the confluence of the…

Ride with a local guide.Greg Galliano, an experienced mountain biker and photographer, assembled a team of guides to create Hood River Mountain Bike Adventures. Along with his wife Melanie, they…

This bracing 44-mile ride carries you over alpine ridges, rocky paths, logging roads, packed gravel, river-crossings and calm, smooth pavement – and through an elevation gain of over 4,500 feet…

This ride starts from the same point as Knebal Springs; you can consider Fifteenmile Loop the same ride, but on a different scale: a bit of climbing, a long drop…

Larch Mountain Picnic area is a wonderful day trip destination. This area features a picnic area with approximatley 10 picnic tables. This site provides access to Sherrard Point Trail (0.2…

No amenities. Trailhead is a pull out along the road that will accommodate 4 to 5 vehicles. Road to trailhead is rough and dusty. Provides access to: Mt Defiance Trail #413,…

Hood River County Park located on the banks of the Hood River in the scenic Hood River Valley near the base of Mount Hood's north slopes. Campground, play area, picnic…

Provides access to: Warren Lake Trail 417A and Mitchell Point Trail 417 which access Mark O Hatfield Wilderness.

Guided E-Bike Tours offer unparalleled views of the Gorge and Hood River Valley, exploring everything from award-winning wineries, U-pick orchards, and beyond.

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.   

Provides access to: Multiple trails within Mark O Hatfield Wilderness and Wahtum Lake Campground and day-use area. Note, if you are going into the wilderness you have to fill out a wilderness…

Provides access to: Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail #2000 which accesses Mark O Hatfield Wilderness to the south, and the state of Washington to the north across the Columbia River. The trailhead is located at…

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…

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…

Meadows Nordic Center offers up to 15 kilometers of groomed and set track through beautiful wooded trails and meadows. We have both skating and traditional striding lanes however, there is no…

Triskele Rivers is a private and peaceful 35-acre farm located in Hood River, Oregon. They offer intimate farm visits which encourage you to slow down and decompress while spending time…

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…

A popular spot for kiteboarders and dogs. The size of the sandbar changes with river levels.

Punchbowl Falls may sound short, but it is exquisite as it drops into a large amphitheater. This is also a popular swimming hole. Like Metlako Falls, it is also along…

The Locks Approach Disc Golf Course is free and opens to all ages and abilities. Holes 5-9 intersect with the easyCLIMBtrail and idyllic views of the Gorge are abundant. Grab a…

This classic example of a horsetail formation along Horsetail Creek can be viewed from a turnout on the Historic Highway.  Height: 176 feet. Type: Horsetail. See Horsetail Falls Trailhead for…

Kiteboarding and windsurfing activities dominate the Event Site, the Spit/Sandbar, and the Hook areas, located east of the Hood River, which can be accessed from Exit 63. These sites offer…

Located in the Columbia Gorge National Scenic Area 40 miles east of Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington, Bonneville Lock and Dam spans the Columbia and links the two states. The…

This thunderous waterfall is in the Tanner Creek area. East Fork Falls can also be seen streaming above the descent from a vantage on the west side of Tanner Creek.…

Photogenic and majestic, Mt. Hood is one of the iconic spots (and images) in Oregon. In the mountain-biking world, Surveyors Ridge occupies a similar status – along with the likes…

Whitewater rafting on the White Salmon River minutes north of Hood River, Oregon. With three unique trip choices you can enjoy medium adventures, high adventures, short or long adventures. You…

Northwest Rafting Company offers rafting and kayaking trips in the Pacific Northwest and a few select international destinations. Their favorite trip is a 4 day wilderness trip down Oregon's famous…

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…

Enjoy a waterfall adventure with E-Bike Multnomah Falls. Skip the crowds and experience Multnomah Falls and the Columbia River Gorge on an easy to ride e-bike. E-Bike Multnomah Falls offers…

An easy drive-up viewpoint of the entire picturesque Hood River Valley, this small park is handicapped-accessible and provides parking, restrooms, and picnic tables, so the entire family can relax and…

Oregon's off-road trail riding enduro tours, training, and moto rentals.

Tucker Park is located only a few miles south of Hood River and sits directly on the Hood River. The park offers campsites and a day use area with covered…

Our first-class skate park has expanded to include a BMX track, permanent restrooms, and a playground area. A nine-hole disc golf course begins on the corner of 20th Street and…

Herman Creek is a great secluded fishing spot with spectacular views.  The Oxbow Fish Hatchery is nearby, and boat and bank fishing sites are available. 

The Northwest Discovery Water Trail is a 367 mile recreational boating route on the region's defining waterways. It begins at the Canoe Camp on the Clearwater River in Idaho, follows…

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…

From watersports to wonderful vistas, the Columbia River Gorge provides just about every type of outdoor recreation you can imagine. Find maps and current conditions on this page, or explore…

This trailhead provides access to Wahclella Falls Trail #436, Gorge Trail #400 and the Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail. A family-friendly option for children and adults, Wahclella Falls is…

Although it's called Dry Creek Falls, this beautiful waterfall does not ever run dry, even in the middle of summer. Find the falls by taking the Pacific Crest Trail.

Hood River Children's Park features a large wooden playground structure, covered basketball court, restrooms, and an open lawn area.

As a serious MTBer, gravity is quite possibly your best friend. And few riding experiences in Oregon take calculated advantage of gravity’s possibilities like the Post Canyon trail system outside…

The Museum is located in one of three original locktender’s houses, built in 1905, in the Port of Cascade Locks Marine Park. The Museum overlooks the original lock and canal built…

Established in 1923 the club is located in the original farmhouse from the late 1800s. The front nine is a relaxed stroll with Mt. Hood in the background while the…

Provides access to: Wyeth Trail #411 and is the easternmost end of the Gorge #400 Trail. Wyeth Trail #411 accesses Mark O Hatfield Wilderness.

Western Antique Aeroplane & Automobile Museum (WAAAM) has one of the largest collections of still-flying antique aeroplanes and still-driving antique automobiles in the country. The items on display at this…

This stunning waterfall pours into Eagle Creek, and is located across the canyon from Eagle Creek Trail. It's a 100-115 foot plunge-type waterfall, named after the Native American goddess of…

The Marine Park welcomes thousands of visitors each year for sailing, fishing, camping, picnicking, and special events. The Marine Park is the perfect place to enjoy the breathtaking views of…

Built in 1993 next to the Ries-Thompson House, the oldest remaining residence in Parkdale (circa 1900), the museum and the house are designated as a National Historic Site. Surrounded by…

Wet Planet Whitewater is the Center for River Rafting and Kayaking in the Columbia River Gorge – Washington and Oregon. Wet Planet is a group of motivated, energetic, whitewater professionals…

Mount Defiance (4,960') is the highest point in the Columbia Gorge.

Hood River Adventures offers guided fishing trips on the Columbia River.

The Hood River Aquatic Center features year-round fun and educational activities for everyone! The center offers a therapy pool, swim lessons, water aerobics, lap swim, and a party room. During…

Established in the Columbia River Gorge in Hood River, Oregon in 1987, Big Winds is one of the largest windsurfing, kiteboarding and stand up paddleboarding product and accessory stores in…

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.Viento campground is now on…

In the small town of Parkdale, the unexpected view of a dark wall of lava known as the Parkdale Lava Flow is a surprise to even longtime Oregonians. This dramatic…

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers operates and maintains Bonneville Lock and Dam for hydropower production, fish and wildlife protection, recreation, and navigation. Visitors can experience the operation of two…

Situated in a stand of Douglas Fir, Herman Creek Horse Camp offers 7 sites, some with stalls, on a first come, first serve basis.  This site has a turnaround and…

Knebal Springs may be THE classic ride in the 44Trails.org system. It seems to be one of the first trails to be clear and open in the season – these…

The 3.4 mile long Umbrella Falls Trail travels from the junction of the Timberline Trail, across the Mount hood Meadows access road, passing Umbrella Falls, onto its eastern endpoint at…

Cloud Cap Road on Mount Hood’s northeastern flank was originally a wagon road – there’s a wooden sign to prove it – that was improved through mighty effort by Chinese…