Sams Walker Day Use Area & Trail (#4402)

A secluded pastoral setting with an accessible loop trail providing interpretive signs about the site's history and ecology. Very lightly used, this is a great family picnic site. Views of the Oregon side of the Gorge are impressive.
At a Glance
Fees: | $5/vehicle/day or an applicable federal Recreation Pass. |
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Usage: | Light |
Closest Towns: | Stevenson, WA |
Water: | No |
Restroom: | Vault Toilet (1). ADA accessible. |
Operated By: | Forest Service |
Information Center: | Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area |
General Information
Directions:From Bingen, WA: Travel west on Washington State Route 14 approximately 22 miles to Skamania Landing Road at milepost (MP) 32.8. Turn left (south) onto Skamania Landing road and travel 1/4 miles crossing the railroad tracks to the parking area.
From Vancouver, WA: Travel east on Washington State Route 14 approximately 33 miles to Skamania Landing Road at MP 32.8. Turn right (south) onto Skamania Landing road and travel 1/4 miles crossing the railroad tracks to the parking area.
Accessibility:
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Activities
Day Hiking
Short, enjoyable loop trail near the river passes through an old field and a small forest.
Interpretive Areas
This area has a loop trail with interpretive signs describing the site's history and ecology.
Picnicking
2 accessible tables on site
No. of Sites | 2 |
Reservation Info | None |
No. of Accessible sites | 2 |
Alerts & Warnings
- Prescribed Burning to start in CRGNSA
- Effective Oct 20, 2022: Closure Update: Eagle Creek Fire
- 2023/2024 Fire Hire Now through Sept 29
- Wyeth Campground Water
- Drones prohibited in wilderness and select recreation sites
- Klickitat Mile One Overnight Use & Large Boat Launch Prohibition
- Guard against car theft
- Check road and weather conditions