Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area Camping
Overview
A brief introduction to Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
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 and explore specific recreation sites listed below the interactive map on this page.
Know before you go: Risks are higher in areas where fire has recently burned. Read our safety tips for burned areas.
Need a pass? Check out our Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area site-specific digital pass and buy your pass.
Passes are required at the following sites:
- Bridge of the Gods Trailhead
- Dog Mountain Trailhead
- Eagle Creek Recreation Area
- Herman Creek Trailhead
- Larch Mountain Trailhead
- North Bonneville Trailhead
- Sam’s Walker Picnic Area
- St. Cloud Picnic Area
- Wahclella Falls Trailhead
- Wyeth / Gorton Creek Trailhead
 | Find details at Eagle Creek Fire Closure Map & List |
 | This Ready Set Gorge! map is helpful for planning your visit. Check the weather at Portland/West Gorge or Hood River/East Gorge |
The city of Hood River is the seat of Hood River County, Oregon, United States. It is a port on the Columbia River, and is named for the nearby Hood River. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 7,167. It is the only city in Oregon where public consumption of alcohol on sidewalks or parks is totally unrestricted.
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