columbia river highway

columbia river highway印象

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  mmoly

  Gorgeous, old trees along the river. Curvy road but sufficient.Stop at the waterfalls along the way.

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  casskrish

  There is nothing like it. The mighty Columbia Gorge ! Go up I-84 to Hood River or The Dalles. See the Vista House at Crown Point. Pack a picnic, go to Multnomah Falls or many of the other Falls on the Old Highway. Go to Cascade Locks and eat, see the huge sturgeon at the hatchery. Bonneville Dam is great too !

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  zanzibar138

  We loved driving the Columbia River Highway. We really enjoyed stopping off in Troutdale and at the various waterfalls along the way through to The Dalles. Everything was free and easily accessible, as well as spectacular. Couldn't ask for much more!

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  nJOYing_Lif

  Troutdale is the quaint and darling town we started our Columbia River Gorge sightseeing day down the Columbia River Highway on. The town is worth a stop to walk the main street up one side and down the other. The have adopt-a-pots, everywhere with beautiful florals sponsored by local businesses. Check out the Rail Heritage museum then be on your way down the highway for a multitude of sights and stops. We went as far as Hood River and thoroughly enjoyed the day.

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  Ticolover

  If you have never gone up the old, scenic Columbia River Highway, you are missing a true "free" treasure experience. Try to plan your trip to avoid crowded weekends or holidays as the road is fairly narrow and sometimes the parking at various falls can be limited. It's also a great place to hike.Don't forget your camera. You can pack a lunch or there are a couple places where you can get food. To get a good idea of the sights, merely google the Columbia Gorge. It's fabulous nearly any time of year - even when the falls are freezing - a winter wonderland.I used to work for the Lloyd's of London agent in Portland and whenever Japanese clients would visit, the Columbia Gorge was a place they always wanted to see. There are many places to stop and get out to stretch your legs & enjoy the various falls, so don't try to rush the trip.

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  TravelJohn092

  This is a long stretch of I-84/I-30 that takes you along the banks of the Columbia River Gorge. You cant go wrong with taking this scenic trip as you will see Historic Houses, waterfalls, returaunts along the way. Enjoy!

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  Romeaux

  If you do this, the best way is to take an entire day, and use the Historic Columbia River Highway. The HCRH is off the freeway, and you get a much better sense of the beauty of the place. Get off the freeway at Corbett Hill Rd, go up to the top and turn left. Don't get back on the freeway (I84) until you are past Ainsworth State Park. "Must" stops are Crown Point, Latourell Falls, Multnomah Falls and Bridal Veil Falls. There is ample parking at each, although it may be packed in the summer and on weekends. At Multnomah Falls, be sure to stop and have lunch at the Lodge. There are many other places along the road to stop and enjoy. Try not to miss Bonneville Dam, especially if you have kids; they will love the breeding ponds, and there is also a lot of history there.

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  MilyV_12

  If you are visiting the Portland area and want to get out of the city this is a great day trip. Beautiful scenery, waterfalls and hiking trails. Stop by the hydroelectric plant and check out the salmon swimming upriver through the locks.

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  JoelZ195

  Any good guide book will give you the recommended vistas, waterfalls, lodges, and fish hatcheries and dams on this route--one of america's great highways. All good fun, and easy for those who eschew walking. But do yourself a favor and build in a couple of 1-2 hour hikes on your weekend outing. There are lots of great trails on both sides of the river, and around the Cascade Locks and both the natural and man-made "Bridge of the Gods" you have several choices. For the one I did last weekend, here are the directions: 100 meters from the south entrance to the bridge, the Pacific Crest Trail starts one of its legs, and its a great two hour hike for those in moderately good condition. The little waterfall at the end is well worth the hike. But there are easier and shorter, as well as more more challenging multi-day outings that you can take part in.

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  I'm from Vancouver & I drive up this highway any chance I get. Not only is it fun to drive it's Beautiful!