Pacific Crest Trail #2000 - Oregon
The Oregon section of the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail climbs gently through vine maple and scattered fir to dense stands of old-growth forest. The hike passes the rugged canyons of Eagle and Herman Creeks on the way to Benson Plateau and Wahtum Lake Basin. About 6.2 miles of this section of Pacific Crest Trail is within the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area before it enters Mt. Hood National Forest.
Trail enters Mark O Hatfield Wilderness from Herman Bridge Trail #406E south. The Pacific Crest Trail is part of a multi-day loop opportunity.
Features: At 14.4 miles, hike the extra 0.2 mile to Chinidere Mountain for views of Mount Adams, Mount Rainier, and Mount St. Helens. Junctions with the Gorge Trail #400, Teakettle Spring (7.1 mi.), Wahtum Lake and Eagle Creek Trail junction (15.6 mi.), Indian springs Campground (18.2 mi.), Ramona Falls (38.8 mi.), Timberline Lodge (49.4 mi.). 6.2 miles is in the Scenic Area, about 4 of that are in designated Wilderness.
General Information
A valid Recreation Pass is required at the Bridge of the Gods trailhead.
- Motor vehicles and bikes are prohibited.
- Fires not allowed within 200 feet of trail.
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
Additional Information
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Forest Service
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The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail, a 2750-mile epic route that traverses from Mexico to Canada, includes 26 miles that pass through the Columbia River Gorge National