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Lyle Trailhead

Newly developed at the mouth of the Wild and Scenic Klickitat River, the Lyle Trailhead provides access to the Klickitat Trail (a Rails to Trails project) that runs along the scenic Klickitat River. 

The Klickitat Trail begins at the Lyle Trailhead and goes through Klickitat, WA. It continues another 18 miles to near Centerville, WA on State Parks jurisdiction. Swale Canyon section is seasonally closed (June-Oct.) due to fire danger.

For more information, visit the Klickitat Trail Conservancy website.

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Current Conditions
Flush restrooms are open

General Information

Day use only: open sunrise to sunset

No fees are required for this site

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Address: 902 Wasco Ave Suite 200 Hood River, OR 97031
Phone: (541) 308-1700
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: SM.FS.r6crgnsawfb@usda.gov

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 45.697181

Longitude: -121.289797

Directions

From Bingen/White Salmon, WA: Travel east on Washington State Highway approximately 9.5 miles. Take the first left after crossing the Wild and Scenic Klickitat River and another left into the trailhead parking area.

From The Dalles, OR: Travel north on US Highway 197 to Washington State Highway 14. Turn left onto Highway 14 and travel approximately 7.5 miles to Lyle. Travel through town and take a right on State Highway 142.  Take the first left into the trailhead parking area.

Facility and Amenity Information

Accessibility

The surface is improved for 1.5 miles to the Fisher Hill Trestle. This is the only ADA accessible trailhead and includes a bathroom and a water fountain.

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is available at this site.

Nearby Trails

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated September 24, 2025