Wyeth Trail (#411)
Beginning in Wyeth Campground in the Columbia River Gorge, follow the trail 200 feet south and turn left at the intersection with the Gorge Trail #400. As you ascend through unburned stands of forest, the trail enters Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness after about a mile and continues into the Eagle Creek Fire scar, providing views of Mount St. Helens to the north. After approximately 4.5 miles within the National Scenic Area's boundaries, the trail crosses into Mt. Hood National Forest and allows access to other trails and lakes, including Mount Defiance Trail #413 and North and Rainy Lakes.
The Eagle Creek Fire of 2017 dramatically affected the trail, with widespread loss of trees, numerous landslides, and an increase in dense underbrush. As in any wildfire scar, know the weather forecasts, be alert for hazards, and be prepared with the 10 Essentials.
Specific Trail Information
Trail Type
General Information
Day Use fee at Trailhead: $5 fee per vehicle per day required or valid Recreation Pass. From May to October, envelopes are available at the trailhead but the fee must be paid at Wyeth Campground.
No
- 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
Wyeth/Gorton Creek Trailhead is within Wyeth Campground
Directions
From Portland, OR: Travel east on Interstate 84 to Wyeth exit #51. Turn right at the stop sign at the end of the off ramp and another right onto Wyeth Road. Travel about 1/4 mile on Wyeth Road. Turn left into the campground and stay right past the first two campground loop roads to the Wyeth Trailhead.
From Hood River, OR: Travel west on Interstate 84 to Wyeth exit #51. Turn right at the stop sign at the end of the off ramp and another right onto Wyeth Road. Travel about 1/4 mile on Wyeth Road. Turn left into the campground and stay right past the first two campground loop roads to the Wyeth Creek Trailhead.
Additional Information
Operated By
Forest Service
