Angels rest oregon hike6/20/2023 ![]() ![]() Walk down the gravel road 200 yards to the trailhead. Just after the paved road gives way to gravel, you will see the parking area. Travel just under 1.5 miles and take a right on Girl Scout Road. Getting there: Travel 6 miles east of Stevenson, WA on Hwy 14 and turn left on Wind Mountain Road (1/2 mile past the Home Valley Store). There are some spots on the trail that are rocky, so be cautious, and there can be rattlesnakes and poison oak along the trail. The summit offers remarkable views of the Columbia River, Beacon Rock and Cascade Mountains. Wind Mountain is a relatively short but moderately challenging hike. View | Level: Moderate to Difficult | 3 miles round trip, Elevation Gain: 1,236 ft. More info to purchase parking and visitor permits at: and More shuttle info at: /dog-mountain-shuttle. NOTE: A hiker permit is automatically included with the shuttle bus from Stevenson, WA. The number available will be limited to match parking capacity. Hikers can reserve a permit through the online reservation system at a cost of $1 per permit. If parking at the trailhead, you will need to have both a per-person trail system permit and a per-car recreation day-use or annual pass. NOTE: Permits will be required for each individual hiker on Saturdays and Sundaysįrom mid-April to mid-June. Parking on the highway is not allowed and violators will be towed. DOG MOUNTAIN PARKING NOTE: Due to safety concerns, please note No Parking signs in the parking lot. NOTE: NW Forest Pass required for parking. Look for a large parking lot on the north side of the highway. Dog Mountain is halfway between Stevenson and Bingen. Getting there: To reach the trail, travel on Hwy 14 to MP 53. Plan four hours to hike this one and take water and food for the break on top. The trail is somewhat challenging as it gains 2,948 feet and is 3.5 miles to the top. view | Level: More Difficult | 7 miles round trip, Elevation Gain: 2,948 ft.Ī very popular trail, particularly from mid-April through early June, when the hills are filled with blooming wildflowers.Turn right on Salmon Falls Road, parking area is on your right. Getting there: Follow State Hwy 14 west from Stevenson about 18 miles, pass Beacon Rock State Park, continue to the intersection with Salmon Falls Road, near MP 26. Parts of the trail are narrow, which can be unsafe during heavy snow and ice conditions. Note: The lower trail is closed from February 1st to July 15th to protect peregrine falcon nesting areas. The full trail loop provides fantastic views of the Columbia River Gorge, an intimate look at Cape Horn Falls and a challenging workout as it climbs and descends the rocky slopes of Cape Horn. This hike features gorgeous views, rocky crags, streams and two waterfalls. view | Level: More Difficult | 7 miles round trip, Elevation Gain: 1,300 ft.Note: Changing weather conditions can affect hiking levels for trails. More Difficult: Vigorous hiking with moderate hills and slopes. Moderate: Hiking that involves an increase in mileage and elevation gain. Requires limited skill and has minimal physical challenges. Support maintenance and conservation efforts by paying recreation fees.įind more hiking tips at Įasy: Level to gently rolling terrain and incline.Donate time and skills to local nonprofits and agencies.Help businesses prosper by shopping locally.Respect local cultures, practices and resources.Reduce carbon emissions and congestion by carpooling, taking a shuttle or biking.Don’t block parking spots or private driveways. Protect wildlife by keeping dogs on leash and picking up their waste.Stop the spread of invasive species by using a boot brush, available at many trailheads.Leave no trace by packing out your trash and picking up litter you find.Protect vital habitat by using authorized trails, campsites and boat launches. ![]()
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