The Ultimate Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Road Trip
I came to the Columbia River Gorge for the first time about 4 years ago. I only had a few hours at this magnificent place, so I vowed to come back and explore it even more. I mean, the CRG has vineyards, green rolling hills, waterfalls, and tall, striking mountains. It has everything! So since I have moved to Washington, I now explore this area at least once a year. The Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls are what I love most about this area, so I have decided to pick my favorite ones! This post is a great way to start planning your ultimate Pacific Northwest Road trip. Enjoy and get ready for some serious waterfall chasing.
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How To Get To The Columbia River Gorge
The wonderful area that is the Columbia River Gorge is only an half-hour drive away from the Portland International Airport. Please note that I added the Vista House as the starting point of the road trip. If you are staying at Hood River, it is around an hour away from the airport.
Please Note: There was a fire in 2017 that closed many of the trails and waterfalls called the Eagle Creek Fire. I did not go to any of the closed areas, but some trails have opened up since.
What To Pack For The Columbia River Gorge If You Are Hiking
- Sunscreen: It might be extremely sunny! >Buy Sunscreen
- Chapstick: This one has SPF so your lips won’t get burned! >Check Out This Chapstick
- Hiking Boots/Shoes: If you want to hike any of the trails (especially Spirit Falls) then you need some good quality hiking shoes. >Check Out My Hiking Shoes
- Hiking socks: Having the correct socks helps you prevent getting blisters. Smart Wool is probably my favorite brand out there. >Buy Hiking Socks
- Water Reservoir: Water reservoirs help prevent me from getting dehydrated while hiking. The great thing about this reservoir is that it doesn’t have a plastic taste. >Here Is My Water Reservoir
- Water: Stay nice and hydrated.
- Sunglasses: It can get sunny all year round, so make sure to pack some sunglasses. >Check Out These Sunglasses
- Snacks: The best snacks are jerky, nuts, and energy bars. >>>I Love These Bars
- Camera: The Sony A6000 was one of the first cameras I started traveling with. The Sony A6000 is an excellent camera for people that want to start improving at travel photography. >Buy Sony Camera Here
- First Aid Kit: This is one of the first things I bought when I first started going on adventures. It is super portable. >Buy This Awesome First Aid Kit Here
- Day Pack: To carry all your gear, water, and food, you need a good backpack. Osprey is known to have some of the best backpacks in the market. >Buy This Great Quality Backpack
- Headlamp: A headlamp is an absolute must in case you get stranded in the dark! It is a lot more portable and easier to use than a flashlight. >Buy A Headlamp Now
- Leggings or Hiking Pants: I always wear leggings while hiking because it is what I feel most comfortable with! >Click For My Favorite Hiking Leggings
- Breathable sweat-wicking shirts: Cotton shirts soak up your sweat when hiking, so make sure to wear something breathable. >Check out this awesome breathable shirt here.
- Mid Base Layer: If you are hiking in the winter, this might be a great idea. >Check Out My Sweater Here
- Sports Bra: For women. >Check This One Here
- Jacket: I always have a jacket in my backpack, even if it is hot. I do it just in case of an emergency. >Buy My Favorite Jacket
- Rain Jacket: The worst feeling in the world is being wet and cold while hiking. You can get hypothermia, so always carry a poncho or a rain jacket when you hike in Oregon. If you look closely at my pictures, it is raining in most pictures. >Check Out My Rain Jacket Here
- Tripod: This is an optional item, but it is excellent for getting the ideal silky waterfall pictures. >Check out this tripod
- Knife: I always carry a knife in my backpack just in case. >Check Out My Knife Here
