Activities
Biking
The Columbia River Gorge, navigated more than 200 years ago by Lewis and Clark, is the crown jewel of the Pacific Northwest. Ride past the world's greatest concentration of waterfalls, many of which plunge hundreds of feet in a captivating display of nature's power. Snowcapped peaks tower majestically above glacial lakes, lush forest, and fields of wildflowers that highlight our trip.
Skamania Lodge is just 45 minutes from Portland, Oregon the city Bicycling Magazine named tops in the US for bicycling. Stunning vistas highlight rides along the Columbia Gorge Historic Highway, a gorgeous two lane road and the first National Scenic Highway in the country. This winding two-lane route provides stunning views of the most scenic aspects of the Gorge and the river as it passes an array of spectacular waterfalls and awe-inspiring overlooks.
For cycling vacations, the region surrounding the Columbia River Gorge offers extensive opportunities to tour lightly traveled roads through amazing scenery. To the south lies majestic and glaciated Mt. Hood, Oregon's tallest peak. To the north, Washington's Mt. Adams forms an equally impressive backdrop. These impressive peaks are visible throughout your vacation.
Eagle Creek Overlook
Featuring 1930s Civilian Conservation Corps-era architecture in its rock walls and central meeting facility, Eagle Creek Overlook has a one-of-a-kind view of the Columbia River, Bonneville Dam and the dramatic mountains of the Gorge. Ride this paved trail any time of the year except in snow and ice. Hazzards may include steel grating in front of the dam, slippery roads, and traffic.
Technical Rating: Easy
Duration: 1-2 hours; 7.8 miles
Tanner Creek Road
Offering exceptional views of the Columbia River Gorge, Tanner Creek Road is a challenging trail that is inaccessible to motored vehicles. Ride this gavel trail any time of the year except in snow and ice. Hazzards may include moderately steep grades, slippery roads, fallings rocks, and cliffs that will require caution.
Technical Rating: Difficult
Duration: 2 hours; 12 miles
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Mountain Biking Tours
Enjoy the exhilaration of mountain biking on single-track trails created specifically for this purpose.
Mountain Biking Tour Cost: $66-$90
Contact Wanderlust Tours directly at 800-962-2862 for reservations and more information.
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Tanner Creek Road
Expect exceptional views of the Columbia River Gorge.
Technical Rating: Difficult
Duration: 2 hours: 12 miles -
Eagle Creek Overlook
Eagle Creek Overlook has a one-of-a-kind view of the Columbia River, Bonneville Dam and the dramatic mountains of the Gorge.
Technical Rating: Easy
Duration: 1-2 hours; 7.8 miles
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