Gorge 400 (MP 22.5 - 25) Eagle Cr to Cascade Locks
From Eagle Creek Trailhead this 2.6 mile stretch of the Gorge Trail provides some paved sections of the historic Columbia Highway as well as some single track trail. This section ends at Cascade Locks, OR at Bridge of the Gods Trailhead which accesses Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail # 2000.
This trail is also part of a multi-day loop opportunity. Take Pacific Crest Trail to Wahtum Lake and back down Eagle or Herman Creek trail for a long loop.
Mountain bikes are allowed on this section of the Gorge Trail #400.
For a complete description of the entire Gorge 400 trail see this chart.
At a Glance
Open Season: | Year round |
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Usage: | Light |
Restrictions: | Motor vehicles are prohibited. Fires not allowed within 200 feet of trail. |
Closest Towns: | Cascade Locks, OR |
Passes: | A valid Recreation Pass is required at Eagle Creek trailhead. |
Operated By: | Forest Service |
Information Center: | Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area |
General Information
Directions:Access from Eagle Creek Day Use Area/Trailhead or Cascade Locks, OR.
From Portland, OR: Travel east on Interstate 84 to exit #41. Take a right at the end of the off ramp and follow the signs to the picnic area and trailhead.
From Cascade Locks, OR: Travel west on Interstate 84 approximately 3 miles to Bonneville Dam exit #40 (there is no westbound exit #41). Turn left at the stop sign, go under the interstate and then turn left onto the eastbound freeway entrance. Travel east approximately 1 mile on Interstate 84 to exit #41. Take a right at the end of the off ramp and follow the signs to the picnic area and trailhead.
Activities
Mountain Biking
Some pavement on Historic Hwy, some single trackDifficulty Level: | Easy to Intermediate |
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Day Hiking
This trail continues to parallel the Columbia River Highway and I-84, offering views of the Columbia River
Backpacking
You can access this trail from either Eagle Creek or Cascade Locks. The trail is 2.6 Miles long