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Length: 3 miles RT
Elevation Change: 1000' gain
Season:  Early Spring thru Early Winter
Difficulty:    Moderate due to elevation gain and length of hike
Permit:   No Pass Required
Features:
This is one of the least known hikes in the Gorge yet if offers spectacular views for such a short hike. Parking at the trailhead is limited, so park in the designated area shown on the map. Its only a short walk to the trail itself.

The hike starts out rather steep and often challenges the hiker with intense grades. However, due to the short length of the hike, it is only a moderate in difficulty. And the reward is great.

This is one of the hikes on this CD that has archaeological components. On the top of Wind Mountain are Native American formations created by young people during their Spirit Quest. Great care must be taken not to disturb these ruins.

The following images are random samples of the wildflowers found in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area.
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Directions:

From Portland, OR
From Portland, travel east on Interstate Hwy 84 to Exit



Click on the link below to see a map taking you to the trailhead.

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A Virtual Hike in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
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