In a recent episode of the Peak Northwest podcast, host Jamie Hale and Chiara Profenna discuss a less-frequented destination ...

There’s no place like the Gorge. People travel from all around the country to take in this natural wonder of the ...

The Columbia River Gorge sits near enough to Portland for a day trip. But the jaw-dropping corridor, with its embarrassment ...

On this week’s episode of Peak Northwest, we cover all the best wildflower hikes in the Columbia River Gorge, which is easily the most colorful spot to get outside this time of year. From famous ...

Yakima Skyline Trail (Yakima, WA) Roughly 80 miles from TriCities, this gorgeous 4.4-mile trail overlooks the Yakima Valley combines moderate hiking with fields of vibrant wildflowers, views of ther ...

Footwear matters: Trails in Columbia County range from smooth carriage ... a 150-foot cascade tumbling into a rocky gorge. The terrain is moderate, with a few short inclines and plenty of flat ...

Check the hiking section of Columbia Gorge National Scenic Area for more detailed information. Visitors say it's worthwhile stopping at the many waterfalls along the way for photo-ops. In addition ...

Columbia River Gorge Hikes: The Columbia River Gorge is a prime destination for wildflower enthusiasts, offering a variety of trails with stunning displays. Tom McCall Preserve (Mosier ...

The Cascades Pika Watch program is returning to the Columbia River Gorge May 8-10 ... “Pikas live in beautiful places where people love to hike, and their charm level is off the charts, so ...

In 2024, data gathered by volunteers seemed to indicate that the Columbia Gorge pika population was ... Watch sites are accessed via public hiking trails, and no special skills are required ...

“Pikas live in beautiful places where people love to hike, and their charm level is ... The data is used by the Columbia Gorge Commission’s Vital Sign Indicators program to inform land ...