Angel's Rest Trail (#415)
This classic hike is best known for being a good workout that rewards with a expansive view of the Columbia River Gorge and Portland. The trail climbs uphill at an average trail grade of 10-15% for about half a mile before reaching the top of Coopey Falls, a 150-175 foot horsetail waterfall, where a footbridge crosses the creek. The trail then winds uphill with a series of switchbacks for 1.6 miles -- through an area scarred by an earlier fire in the 1990s -- before reaching the ridge crest.
Use caution while hiking these switchbacks, and do not kick rocks on the trail, as this could trigger a landslide or injure hikers below. Please don't shortcut the switchbacks, as this damages native plants and leads to damaging erosion. Turn left at a junction for a famous and fabulous view. Use extreme caution at the steep cliff edge, as there have been tragic accidents along this part of the trail.
Continue east 2 miles to Wahkeena Springs and Wahkeena Falls Trail #420.
Specific Trail Information
Trail Type
General Information
Year round
No potable water
- Motor vehicles and bicycles are prohibited.
- Fires not allowed within 200 feet of trail.
- Dogs must be on leash.
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
Trailhead/Starting Points
Directions
From Portland, OR: Travel east on Interstate 84; turn off at Bridal Veil exit #28 and onto the Historic Columbia River Highway. The trailhead is at the junction of the Historic Columbia River Highway and East Bridal Veil Road.
From Cascade Locks, OR: Travel west on Interstate 84; turn off at Ainsworth State Park exit #35 and follow the Historic Columbia River Highway for 7.1 miles to the trailhead.
Additional Information
Operated By
The first (approximate) mile of trail, including the parking area, is managed by Oregon State Parks the rest of the trail is managed by the Forest Service.
