Columbia River Gorge Bike Map

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A: View from Portland Women’s Forum, B: Bicycling east of the Rowena Loops, C: Shepperd’s Dell D: Moonlight from Mitchell Point,E: Horsetail Falls, F: Beacon Rock, G: Fish wheels at Beacon Rock, H: Vista House at Crown Point, I: Shepperd’s Dell, J: Maryhill Museum,

K: Near Eagle Creek L: Crown Point view, M: Cascade Locks N: View from the Historic Columbia River Highway O: Mitchell Point Tunnel, P: Rowena LoopsQ: Tooley Lake, west of The Dalles, R: Wildflowers S: Sunset from Vista House Photos C, D, E, G, I, K, M, N, O, P and S are historic postcard views - courtesy of the Friends of Vista House

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Three sections of the Historic ColumbiaRiver Highway State Trail are now open,with additional sections under construction.This is a separated, multi-use trail. Bicycliststraveling eastbound on I-84 are encouragedto exit at exit 40 and use the trail betweenTanner Creek and Eagle Creek, to avoid thenarrow Toothrock Tunnel on I-84. A stairwaylocated at Eagle Creek provides a groove tofacilitate pushing your bike up or down. A secondsection of the State Trail is open between EagleCreek and Cascade Locks. This leads you directlyinto the city of Cascade Locks, where you can followthe original HCRH alignment along Wa-Na-Pa Streetand Forest Lane (pg. 9). A third section, between HoodRiver and Mosier, includes the Mosier Twin Tunnels.

The Historic Columbia River Highway wasconstructed between 1913 and 1922 and is thefirst scenic highway in the country. It is nowrecognized as an All-American Road, NationalScenic Byway, National Historic Civil EngineeringLandmark, and a National Historic Landmark.

On certain sections (between Troutdale andDodson and between Mosier and The Dalles)bicyclists share the roadway with motor vehicles.Shoulder widths vary from zero to five feet.Traffic volumes are generally light, with theheaviest traffic along the Sandy River to Corbettsection. Grades are moderate. Other portions areclosed to motor vehicles.

This route takes you to six waterfalls, includingMultnomah Falls, the most visited natural site in Oregon.It also takes you to magnificent viewpoints overlookingthe Gorge, including Portland Women’s Forum ScenicViewpoint, Vista House at Crown Point and Rowena Crest.The majority of visitors begin at the city of Troutdale and traveleast on the HCRH. Follow the keystone signs along the HCRH.

Interstate 84 is built to freewaystandards. It is basically flat and hasa wide, eight to ten foot pavedshoulder, except at most bridgelocations. The Toothrock Tunnel islocated at approximately milepost 41eastbound; bicyclists should avoid

this tunnel by using the adjacent HCRHState Trail, accessed at exit 40; volumes

are high, with large numbers of trucks.

While bicycling in the Gorge, youwill have the choice of three differentroutes to view the spectacular scenerythe Gorge offers: 1) the HistoricColumbia River Highway (HCRH) inOregon, 2) State Route 14 (SR-14)in Washington and 3) Interstate84 (I-84) in Oregon. Each willprovide a different experience andtake you to different destinations.

State Route 14 is a majoreast-west highway in southernWashington, providing for boththrough trips and local access. It isoften two lanes with limited or noshoulders. Seven tunnels are locatedin the middle section of the route.Traffic volumes are moderate;however, many trucks use this route.

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A: Cascade LocksB: East approach to Eagle Creek

C: East of Multnomah FallsD: Cape Horn

E: Multnomah FallsF: Benson Bridge, Multnomah Falls

All historic postcards courtesy ofthe Friends of Vista House

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Dabney StateRecreation Area

Lewis & ClarkState Recreation Site

Glenn OttoCommunity Park

GLENN JACKSON BRIDGE

INTERSTATE BRIDGE

BURNSIDE BRIDGE

FREMONT BRIDGE(No crossing for bikes)

MARQUAM BRIDGE(No crossing for bikes)

ST. JOHNSBRIDGE

HAWTHORNE BRIDGE

Forest Home Park

Wintler ParkMarinePark

STARK ST. BRIDGE$

Exit 18Exit 17Exit 9

Exit 22

Exit 24

Exit 18

Exit 5(to I-205 southbound

and eastbound bike route)

Exit 12

Exit 8

Exit 6

Exit 3

Exit 23

Exit 1

Exit 4

Exit 13

Exit 10

JewitLake

Blue Lake

FairviewLake

CompanyLake

North Portland Harbor

Government Island

Lower PointLemon Island

Tri-Club Island

HaydenIsland

TomahawkIsland

McGuire Island

Lady IslandAckerman

Island

Union Station (Amtrak)

Camas WashougalHistorical Museum

PortlandInternational Airport

Fort Vancouver NationalHistoric Site

Pearson AirMuseum

Clark CountyHistorical Museum

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Portland provides access to the Columbia River Gorge fromroutes US-30 and US-26 from the Oregon coast, and I-5 fromWashington and California. Inbound visitors also access thePortland Airport and Union Station, Portland’s train depot.People traveling from east of Portland can ride the Marine Drive

bike path. If you have a bike-on-bus pass, you can use MAXlight rail from downtown Portland, Gresham or Hillsboro. HalseyStreet provides bike lanes and a direct connection to the HistoricColumbia River Highway in Troutdale. State Route 14 is themajor route east from Vancouver, Washington.

Interpretive signs may be found along themajor transportation routes of the ColumbiaRiver Gorge. They provide visitors with awide variety of information concerning thehistory and geological background of thesites they describe. The location of theseinterpretive signs is indicated with an “ ”.Access to them is located close to roadways.Take part in exploring the colorful past ofthe Columbia River Gorge.

Harlow House

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Shoulder Width 3 Feet or Greater

Shoulder Width Less Than 3 Feet

Preferred Bike Route

Bicycle & Pedestrians Only

Bicycle Shop or Repair Facility

MAX Stops

MAX Light Rail Route

Point of Interest

Museum

Interpretive Sign Location

(These sections

open to motor

vehicle traffic)

Portland Convention Center

Downtown Portland�

St. Johns Bridge

Rose Garden and Mt. Hood

Japanese Garden

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Pepper Mountain 651 m., 2135 ft.

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Archer Mtn.615 m., 2011 ft.

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Mount Zion447 m., 1466 ft.

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Larch Mountain1256 m., 4120 ft.

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PortlandWomen’s Forum

State ScenicViewpoint

Dabney StateRecreation Area

Guy W. TalbotState Park

Shepperd’s DellState Natural Area

Bridal Veil FallsState Scenic Viewpoint

Lewis & ClarkState Recreation Site

Crown PointState Scenic Corridor

Rooster RockState Park

Glenn Otto Community Park

Benson StateRecreation Area

Franz Lake Wildlife Scenic Viewpoint

St. CloudPark

STARK ST.BRIDGE

Hathoway Park

Latourell Falls

Bridal Veil Falls

Coopey Falls

WahkeenaFalls

MultnomahFalls

Oneonta Falls

TripleFalls

HorsetailFalls

Exit 18Exit 17Exit 25

Exit 22

Exit 29(westbound only)

Exit 28

Exit 31

Exit 30(eastbound only)

Mirror Lake

Franz Lake

Young Creek

Indian M

aryCreek

Steigerwald LakeNational Wildlife Refuge

PhocaRock

Parking Lot

Multnomah Basin

OneontaGorge

CapeHorn

PointVancouver

Rooster Rock

Dalton Point

ChanticleerPoint

CottonwoodPoint

Bishop’sCap

Pillars ofHercules

VistaHouse

MultnomahFalls Lodge

U.S. Forest ServiceInformation Center

MountPleasant

Fashion Reef

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From Troutdale, most bikers ride the Historic Columbia River Highwayfor a gradual climb from the Sandy River to Portland Women's ForumState Scenic Viewpoint, the most photographed view of the Gorge. TheHistoric Columbia River Highway provides access to Vista House on Crown

Point, Latourell Falls, Shepperd’s Dell, Bridal Veil Falls, Wahkeena Falls,Multnomah Falls and Lodge, Oneonta Gorge and Horsetail Falls. I-84provides access to Rooster Rock State Park and Benson State Park. StateRoute 14 provides access to Cape Horn and Steigerwald Wildlife Refuge.

(Path to parking lotprovides easy access

between I-84 and HistoricColumbia River Highway)

(Steep grade with curves,no shoulders, use with caution)

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MuseumHarlowHouse

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Stark Street Bridge

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Chanticleer Point Latourell Falls Bridal Veil Falls Oneonta Creek

Washougal

Shepperd’s Dell Multnomah Falls

Rooster Rock State ParkPoint Vancouver Benson State Recreation Area Franz Lake Wildlife Scenic ViewpointTroutdale Prindle

SpringdaleCorbett

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FREEWAYELEVATIONS& LOCATIONS

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HCRH Bicycle & Pedestrians Only

Point of Interest


Night Camp

Day Use

Use Fees

Waterfall

Museum

$

Latourell Falls

Oneonta GorgeWahkeena Falls

Dabney State Park Rooster Rock State Park

Crown Point Historic Walls along HCRH

View From Portland Women’s Forum

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Sternwheeler Columbia Gorge(Summers only, bike crossing

at captain’s discretion)

Bike Route Loop(Loop Rd. to Gropper Rd.

to School Rd. to Vancouver St.to Rock Cr Dr.)

STEVENSON

SKAMANIA

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WARRENDALE

CASCADE LOCKS

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Ruckel Creek

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Black LakeWaunaLake

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Greenleaf Peak1043 m., 3422 ft.

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WA-NA-PA ST.

HERMAN CREEK RD.

FORESTLANE

WIND RIVER RD.

John B. YeonState Scenic Corridor

Ainsworth State Park

Beacon RockState Park(moorage)

BRIDGE OF THE GODSToll Bridge - cars: $.75 bikes: $.50

Rock Creek Park

Eagle Creek Overlook

Marine Park RV Park & Campground

Herman Creek Campground

WyethCampground

Home ValleyPark

TeoPark

Eagle Creek Recreation Area

KOACampground

Sams WalkerDay Use Trail

Beacon RockState Park

BonnevilleCity Park

Hamilton IslandRecreation Area

ElowahFalls

Moffett Creek Falls

Metaka Falls

Punch Bowl Falls

WaheFalls

Ruckel Creek Falls

Exit 35

Exit 37 (westbound exiteastbound on ramp only)

Exit 40

TOOTHROCKTUNNEL

(No bike shoulder)

Exit 41(eastbound

only)

Exit 44(eastbound exit, westbound on ramp only)

Exit 44 (westbound only)

Exit 47(westbound exit

eastbound on ramp only)

Exit 51

Ridell Lake

CattailLake

BassLake

Hardy Creek

FranzLake

Greenleaf Slou

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SkamaniaLanding

Pierce N

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Wildlife

Refuge

BoatRock

HISTORIC COLUMBIA RIVER HIGHWAY STATE TRAIL

ToothrockTrailhead

(parking lot)

SkamaniaLanding Rd.

ButlerLoop Rd.

Beacon Rock

WaunekaPoint

MunraPoint

St. Peter’sDome

Rockof Ages

AldrichButte

BonnevilleDam

Columbia GorgeInterpretive Center

Skamania Lodge Conference CenterU.S. Forest Service Information Center

Cascade Salmon Hatchery

AndersonPoint

GortonCreek Bridge

CarsonHot Springs

WaunaPoint

Fort CascadesHistoric Site

and TrailWashingtonShore Visitor

Complex

Bradford IslandVisitor Center

NavigationLocks Visitor

Complex

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GovernmentCove

The Historic Columbia River Highway was abandoned from thefrontage road at Dodson/Warrendale to Hood River. Bicyclists mayuse the shoulder of I-84 to reach the restored sections of the HistoricColumbia River Highway State Trail between Exit 40 (Bonneville Damand Toothrock Trailhead) and Cascade Locks. Note that the narrowToothrock Tunnel carries I-84 eastbound and is not recommended

for bicyclists. The Trail has a stairway at Eagle Creek which includesa wheel trough to facilitate bike usage. The Bridge of the Godsconnects Oregon and Washington at the west end of Cascade Locks.The HCRH is Wa-Na-Pa and Forest Lane through Cascade Locks. Useof Wyeth Bench Road is recommended to reach Wyeth from CascadeLocks. SR-14 provides access to Beacon Rock.

(dead-endaccess road)

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Stairwell(equipped with

bikewheel groove)

(SteepGrade)

Cascade LocksHistoricalMuseum

mileskilometers

3210

3210

MULTNOMAH COUNTY

HOOD RIVER

RobinsIsland

Hamilton Island

Ives Island

Pierce Island

Bradford IslandPictureIsland

GooseIslandCascades

Island

Elevation1000 ft.

800 ft.

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200 ft.

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Moffett Creek

Skamania Bonneville Dam WyethHome ValleyJohn B. Yeon St. Scenic Corr. CarsonStevensonBridge of the GodsN. BonnevilleBeacon RockEagle Creek

Herman Creek Campground

SR14I-84HCRH


Mt. Hood and Hood River Valley

Bonneville Dam

HCRH Eagle Creek BridgeCascade Locks Historical MuseumBridge of the Gods

Stairway on HCRHState Trail at Eagle Creek

Sternwheeler Columbia Gorge

Beacon Rock

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Point of Interest

Night Camp

Day Use

Use Fees

Waterfall

Museum

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TunnelLake

Lindsey Pond

DranoLake

Starvation

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Viento

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Dog

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Wonder

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Warren

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Perham

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Phelps Creek

Odell C

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Little WhiteSalmon River

Cabin

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Shellrock Mtn. 637 m,. 2090 ft.

Mount Defiance1512 m.,4960 ft.

Dog Mtn.911 m., 2989 ft.

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Hood River Mtn.655 m., 2147 ft



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Viento State ParkKoberg Beach State Recreation Site

Mitchell PointOverlook

Port Marina and Sailpark

BingenPoint & Marina

RhinegartenPark

Ruthton Park

Tucker County Park

Daubenspeck Park

Swell City(Small windsurfing park)

Starvation CreekState Park (will open Fall, 2000)

CITY PARKSChildren’s ParkJackson Park

POINTS OF INTEREST

MUSEUMS

AB


available

Lindsey Creek Falls

Starvation Creek FallsLancaster

Falls

WarrenCreekFalls

Wah GwinGwin Falls

Dog Creek Falls

CabinCreekFalls

(seasonal)


Exit 56

Exit 62

Exit 64

Exit(westbound only)


Exit 65(westbound only)

Exit 63

TUNNEL 1*

TUNNEL 2*

TUNNEL3*

TUNNEL 4* TUNNEL 5*

*Push buttons located before tunnels activate “Bikes in Tunnel” lights

Wells Island

Eighteenmile Island(Chicken Charlie’s Island)

Senator Mark O. HatfieldWest Trailhead

(parking lot)

HISTORIC COLUMBIA RIVERHIGHWAY STATE TRAIL

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LEWIS AND CLARK HIGHWAY

Mitchell Point

RuthtonPoint

Little White Salmon/Willard NationalFish Hatchery

The BroughtonLumber Company flume

Spring Creek NationalFish Hatchery

Columbia River Gorge NationalScenic Area Headquarters Panorama Point

CountyAirport

Mount Hood Railroad

Stanley Rock

ColumbiaGorge Hotel

PowerdaleDam

MosierTwin

Tunnels

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Hood RiverCounty Museum

International Museum of Carousel Art

Gorge Heritage Museum

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WASHINGTON

OREGON

INTERSTATE TOLL BRIDGEToll Bridge - $.75

(No crossing for bikes)

COLUMBIA

RIVER

mileskilometers

3210

3210

I-84 shoulders are generally wide, except around Shellrock Mountainand over several bridges. Adaptive reuse of the HCRH in this sectionhas just begun, with construction of the one-mile section betweenStarvation Creek and Viento state parks scheduled for constructionin 2001. Cascade Avenue, Oak Avenue, Front Street and State Avenueprovide the HCRH route through downtown Hood River. After

crossing OR-35, climb up the Hood River Loops to the Senator MarkO. Hatfield West Trailhead, which is the beginning of this section ofthe HCRH State Trail. About four miles from Hood River you reach therestored Mosier Twin Tunnels. Mosier is 6.5 miles from Hood River.SR-14 has five narrow tunnels in this section, with "bikes in tunnel"signal lights to warn vehicles of your presence.

Elevation1000 ft.

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200 ft.

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Drano Lake

Senator Mark O. Hatfield West Trailhead

Viento State Park Cook White SalmonSwell CityMitchell Point Overlook Ruthton Point / Park Hood River Koberg Beach State Recreation Site

Bingen

SR14I-84HCRH


Mt. Hood RailroadBikes and pedestrians only in the Mosier Twin Tunnels







Night Camp

Day Use

Use Fees

Waterfall

Museum

Point of Interest

(These sections

open to motor

vehicle traffic) $

* Annual total of precipitation measured in inches

40 49 57 66 74 74 80 87 81 67 52 43

29 32 36 42 49 55 60 59 51 43 36 31

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Hood River Climate Information

Average low

Precipitation*

Average High


Viento

Varied landscape elevations

Breathtaking Columbia Gorge vistaMt. Hood in late spring

Fishing in the Columbia River Gorge

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To parking lot& restrooms

HCRH

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westbound3084

WASHINGTON

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SR-14 has two narrow tunnels in this section, with "bikes in tunnel"signal lights to warn vehicles of your presence. Just west of thetown of Lyle, WA, is Lyle White Salmon Road, a great bike loop routefeaturing spectacular elevated views of the Columbia Gorge.

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ROADBICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN FRIENDLY OREGONMUSEUMS ALONG THE GORGE

• Harlow House and Rail Depot — 726 E Historic Columbia River Hwy, Troutdale(503) 661-2164. 1900 farm house with local artifacts. Hours: June–Sept, Wed–Sat10am–4pm; Sun 1pm–4pm. Winter, Sat–Sun 10am to 4pm, Sun 1pm–4 pm.

• Cascade Locks Historical Museum — Port Marine Park, Cascade Locks(541) 374-8535. Exhibits of the western Columbia Gorge with special focus onhistoric paddleboats. Hours: May–Sept, Mon–Thurs noon to 5pm; Fri–Sun10am–5pm. Closed � Oct–Apr.

• Columbia Gorge Interpretive Center — 990 SW Rock Creek Dr., Stevenson(509) 427-8211/(800) 991-2338. Excellant new cultural & natural historyinterpretive center. Hours: Open daily 10am–5pm. Closed Thanksgiving,Christmas and New Years.

• Hood River County Museum — Port Marina Park, Hood River (541) 386-6772.Wide-ranging collection of pioneer tools and artifacts from the early history ofthis region. Hours: Apr 1–Oct. 31, Mon–Sat,10am to 4pm; Sun, 12pm–4pm.

• Gorge Heritage Museum — 202 E Humbolt, Bingen (509) 493-3228/(509) 493-3573. Museum of local west Klickitat county history. Hours: May–Sept,Thurs–Sun, 11am–4:30pm.

• Fort Dalles Historical Museum — 15th and Garrison, The Dalles (541) 296-4547.Military displays and artifacts from US Army garrison based in The Dalles in the1860s. Hours: May–Sept, daily 10am–5pm.

• Columbia Gorge Discovery Center/Wasco County Historical Museum — Just westof The Dalles on Historic Columbia River Hwy (541) 296-8600. Wonderfulnew interpretive center, museum complex and living history presentations.Open daily except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years.

• Original Wasco County Courthouse — 409 W 2nd Place, The Dalles (541) 296-4798.This wood-frame, two-story building once was the seat of government for thelargest county in the United States. Hours: Tues–Sat 11am–4pm.

• Maryhill Museum — 16 miles east of The Dalles on Hwy 14 (509) 773-3733. Artcollections, Rodin sculptures, Native American basketry and much more. Hours:Mar 15–Nov 15, 9am-5pm.

Several loop routes are possible. Portland residents often usethe western section of the HCRH as a half-day training ride,

Index to Parks, Waysides andCampsites along the Gorge

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Ainsworth State ParkBenson State Recreation AreaBridal Veil Falls State Scenic ViewpointChildren’s Park, Hood RiverCity Park, The DallesCrown Point State Scenic CorridorDabney State Recreation AreaEagle Creek CampgroundEagle Creek OverlookGlenn Otto Community Park, TroutdaleGuy W. Talbot State ParkHerman Creek CampgroundJackson Park, Hood RiverJohn B. Yeon State Scenic CorridorKOA Campground, Cascade LocksKoberg Beach State Recreation SiteLewis & Clark State Recreation SiteMarine Park, RV/Campground, Cascade LocksMayer State ParkMemaloose State ParkMitchell Point OverlookMultnomah Falls and LodgePanorama Point County Park, Hood RIverPort Marina & Sailpark, Hood RIverPortland Women's Forum State Scenic ViewpointRiverfront Park, The DallesRooster Rock State ParkSeufert Park, The DallesSheppard's Dell State Natural AreaSorosis Park, The DallesStarvation Creek State ParkThompson Park, The DallesTucker County Park, south of Hood RiverViento State ParkWyeth CampgroundBeacon Rock State ParkBingen Point & Marina, BingenBonneville City Park, N. BonnevilleCatherine Creek Trail

TIPS FOR A SAFE RIDEPlease: ride carefully, be courteous of other roadway users, and follow the rules

of the road. Ride with the normal traffic flow, as far to the right side of the roadwayas practicable. Bicyclists may ride two abreast, but should only do so when it is safeand will not impede traffic.

When riding after dark, the bicycle or its rider must be equipped with a whitelight visible at least 500 feet to the front and a red light or reflector visible at least600 feet to the rear.

Wear bright or light-colored clothing. Wear a helmet. Stop off the roadway.Beware of strong wind gusts. The seven tunnels on Washington’s State Route 14have “Bicycles in Tunnel” warning lights installed for your protection.

BRING ALONG ITEMS• Helmet • Water • Sunscreen • Camera/extra film• Tire Repair Kit • Food/Energy Bars • Insect Repellant • Binoculars/Compass• Map • Extra Clothing • First Aid Kit • Flashlight/batteries• Sunglasses • Backpack • Pocket Knife • Whistle/bell

LODGINGThe Portland metropolitan area has many: hotels, motels, and bed and breakfasts

as well as two hostels (Northwest International Portland Hostel, 1818 NW GlisanStreet and Portland International Hostel, 3031 SE Hawthorne Blvd). Motels arelocated in Oregon at Cascade Locks, Hood River and The Dalles, and in Washingtonat Skamania, Stevenson and Carson. Several of the original road houses along theHCRH are now bed and breakfasts, including Bridal Veil and Forrest Hall. Campingis available in Oregon at Ainsworth, Viento and Memaloose state parks; Eagle Creek,Herman Creek and Wyeth Forest Service facilities; Corbett RV Park and CascadeLocks KOA; in Washington: Beacon Rock and Horsethief Lake state parks. Forinformation on campgrounds, contact Reservations Northwest at (800) 452-5687.

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WEATHERWeather in the Columbia Gorge varies tremendously from west to east. Rain is

most prevalent at the crest of the Cascade Mountains, just west of Cascade Locks. Iceand snow are common throughout the Gorge in January and February, occasionallyresulting in road closures. Spring rains are common. Summer temperatures east ofthe Cascades often reach over 100 ˚F (38˚C). Be sure to carry sufficient water - publicdrinking fountains are scarce, particularly in the east. During the fall, wet leaves onHCRH pavement can present slippery travel conditions. The Columbia River Gorge

concentrates prevailing winds which blow east in the winter and west in the summer.While these winds help make the Gorge the windsurfing capital of the world, bicyclistsshould check weather forecasts and try to avoid the most windy periods.

NE NE SW SW SW SW SW SW SW SW NE NEWind DirectionJan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov DecMonth

Wind Information at Crown Point

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beginning and ending in Troutdale. Some travel both directionson the HCRH, while others begin on the HCRH and return on I-84.A day ride could incorporate the western section of the HCRH, I-84from Dodson to Cascade Locks, travel over the Bridge of the Godsto SR-14 for the return trip to the Portland-Vancouver metropolitanarea via the I-205 bikepath over the Glen Jackson Bridge. Loopsare also possible on the eastern sections. (The Dalles to Mosier orHood River and return; Cascade Locks to The Dalles Bridge toDallesport to Skamania and the Bridge of the Gods).

Designed by ODOT Reprographic/Design and Photo/Video

For Oregon highway and weather conditions phone:

800-977-6368 or 541-889-3999www.odot.state.or.us/travel

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hing Chamberlain Lake Rest Area

Daubenspeck Park, BingenDoug's Beach State ParkForest Home Park, CamasFranz Lake Wildlife Scenic ViewpointHamilton Island Recreation AreaHathoway Park, WashougalHome Valley Park, Home ValleyHorsethief Lake State ParkMarine Park, VancouverRhinegarten Park, White SalmonRock Creek Park, StevensonSams-Walker Day Use AreaSt. Cloud ParkSwell CityTeo Park, StevensonWintler Park, Vancouver

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RESOURCES & REFERENCES• Mountain Biking Opportunities in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area,

Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area902 Wasco Ave., Suite 200 Hood River, OR 97031(541) 386-2333 • www.fs.fed.us/r6/columbia

• The Oregon Bicycling Guide, Oregon Department of Transportation (free)

• The Official State Map of Oregon, Oregon Department of Transportation (free)

• Historic Columbia River Highway, Oregon Department of Transportation (free)(503) 986-3200 • www.odot.state.or.us

• Historic Columbia River Highway web site • www.odot.state.or.us/hcrh

• Washington State Hwy Map, Washington State Department of Transportation (free)(360) 705-7075 • www.wsdot.wa.gov/

• Oregon State Parks Guide, Oregon Parks and Recreation ($1 plus $1 shipping)

• Columbia River Gorge State Parks, Oregon Parks and Recreation (free)(800) 551-6949 • www.prd.state.or.us

• Mt Hood/Columbia River Gorge Travel Guide, Mt Hood Infomation Center (free)(503) 622-4822 • www.mthood.org

• Oregon Campground Guide/ Forest Service Publication (free)

• Oregon Tourism Commission (800) 547-7842 • www.traveloregon.com

• “Traveler’s guide to the Historic Columbia River Hwy” ($7.95 includes shipping) M+A tour books (make out check to “Manske & Associates”)

3951 SE El Camino Dr., Gresham, Oregon 97080

• “BIke There!” (Portland Area Bike Map) ($6 plus $1.00 S/H)Metropolitan Service District, Transportation Dept., NE Grand Ave., Portland OR 97232www.metro-region.org/drc

• “Oregon Routes of Exploration,” Historic Preservation League of Oregon ($3.35 includes shipping)(503) 243-1923

• The Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, USDA Forest Service (free)

• Trails of the Columbia River Gorge, Bridal Veil to Viento State Park ($5)Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, Waucoma Center (541) 386-2333

• Romance of Waterfalls by Barbara L Bloom & Gary W CohenOutdoor Romance Publishing, Portland, OR 1998

• Gorge Guide, Gorge Publishing Association (free at visitors centers) or ($4.95 includes shipping)Gorge Publishing Inc. (541) 386-7440

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