Greenery the likes of nothing I've seen before. Absolutely gorgeous otherworldly landscape, magical.

Check out my full detailed video on YouTube @Waterfall Whispering ~ This area is a great way to burn some calories with easy access to numerous trails and several waterfalls! About a 3.5 mile RT hike to triple falls with a lot of fun elevation changes this place is challenging but rewarding! Even though the lower falls are the highlight of the area and are currently closed it’s still worth the day trip out! Watch my vid and see what’s on this trail and even have old video of the lower falls if you’re curious how it looks! 👍🤙

Beautiful historic tunnel. Even though the trail area was closed due to public safety, we still enjoyed walking through the. Limited parking.

Does anyone know if or when the trail will reopen?

Hiking through Oneonta is one of my most favorite memories ever. There's an abundance of beauty, peace, and bliss here. Pro tip: thi hike itself is very short but the rocks are very slippery and there are fallen logs that are scary and can be dangerous. So make sure you have the right shoes and are prepped for the trail. The water is super cold but you get used to it.

The Oneonta Gorge is closed indefinitely due to the Eagle Creek fire and other factors. This should be stated on the top of this page. "Closed Indefinitely" in red.

The trail through the gorge is still closed 4/27/23 but you can see the gorge from above if you take the 1 mile hike up the mountain.

The drive out to it had beautiful scenery and the bridge itself is impressive. There was a path off the side of the parking lot that led down to the train tracks below the bridge. That was a cool place to view the bridge and get some extra steps in. The café and gift shop next to it unfortunately weren't open and we didn't want to pay for a tour or toll so we didn't drive across. But the views and reading of the story of the bridge were enough.

Cascade locks is so beautiful, great place to spend a day. As for camping in the area the train passes through a lot and it's very loud. The bridge of the Gods used to be a land bridge, until it collapsed and a real bridge was built.

Fantastic overview of the bridge and place to pull off for lunch. There was a small walking trail with lots of scenic views of the bridge.

Visited the Bridge of the Gods and absolutely loved it! The spot has such awesome vibes — a perfect mix of breathtaking scenery and peaceful energy. Standing near the bridge, you get sweeping views of the Columbia River Gorge that are just stunning. Right next to it is the Bridge Side Restaurant, which makes the experience even better. After taking in the views, it’s a great place to sit back, relax, and enjoy a meal while still soaking in the beauty around you. Highly recommend stopping by if you’re in the area — it’s one of those places that feels both refreshing and inspiring.

We were exploring the Columbia River Gorge on a Thursday in August while vacationing in the area and saw the bridge in a map. We stopped in Cascade Locks to take a boat ride on the Sternwheeler (which drove us up under the bridge and back), had lunch at Brigham Fish Market then walked over to the bridge. We walked across to the Washington side and back over again. There was vehicle traffic but it wasn’t super busy. There are no designated walkways for pedestrians so you’re sharing the road and the cars were courteous of being in there. We stayed over as far as we could to the railing. The view of the river from midway across was beautiful even though it was a cloudy day. There was another couple walking ahead of us. We chatted with them a bit. They were friendly. We passed a couple who looked like they may have been hiking the trail too. It’s not a far or strenuous walk. Google tells me 1,858 feet total. We don’t go the whole way to the very end of the Washington side so maybe it’s 1/2 a mile round trip plus add in distance from where ever you parked. Just be mindful of the cars and other people.

It's cool, but I wouldn't pay for a tour. It's a toll bridge, so don't plan on going across for free or in any hurry. There's a parking lot underneath at a trailhead, so I parked there just to look at it. Stange to hear and see the cars going over through the metal as it isn't paved at all. Cool painting on the pillar.

Bridge of the Gods is absolutely breathtaking! The view from the bridge overlooking the Columbia River and surrounding mountains is unreal—nature and engineering come together perfectly here. Walking or driving across feels like an adventure, and every angle is a photo opportunity. Truly a must-see spot that leaves you in awe of the beauty around us!

First time visiting a Hatchery. Pretty cool. Weather was perfect in August. The place was well taken cared for and they also had a cute gift and coffee shop. Took a pic with Sasquatch “Bigfoot”! Love that you can also buy fish food for a quarter to feed the rainbow trout, so bring some quarters! Also saw a Herman Sturgeon that was 85 years old! Lots of parking and it’s free to visit. Enjoyed some Rocky Road fudge and hugged a Lawson Cypress tree ❤️

This is a great family friendly destination where you can easily spend a half a day, and if you're really slow, a whole day could go by. The hatchery has fish of every size that you can check out, from the little bitty "fry" to the great big sturgeon. There's a machine where you can buy fish food and get the fish really excited throwing it in. Hot tip: bring a cup for the fish food and quarters to buy it. The grounds are obviously maintained by a skilled master gardener with quite an artistic eye. Then the drive to the dam is interesting, especially if a barge comes through the lock and the road rotates on a pillar to let it by. The standard movie is really interesting and the gift shop is fun. The fish ladders which you can see outside are also mesmerizing. Overall a great experience.

Great place to visit when in the Columbia River Gorge region. The hatchery is beautiful and has thoughtful paths to walk, seating nooks, lawns and gardens. We saw fingerlings being raised for release, met Herman the Sturgeon, and a highlight was the returning spawning salmon! We could have watched them leaping for days! Gift shop is filled with unique items to remind you of your visit. A must stop when visiting the area.

This place is the coolest!!! We were mesmerized by the fish. We got to watch the fry being fed. Seeing the sturgeon, especially Herschal, was like going back to a time when there were real dinosaurs. We fed the trout and watched them hit the surface with their dorsal fins over and over again. One of the best places we went on that excursion, we'll definitely come back when we have the kids with us.

We always stop if they are open. It's beautifully manicured grounds to nice gift shop and coffee shop. Picnic tables abound. Kids love taking their quarters to buy fish food and feed the rainbow trout. Love seeing the huge sturgeon. Must see

A beautiful place to stop along the way! It's free to visit, and honestly I've paid admission to places that weren't kept up as well as this fish hatchery. The landscaping is gorgeous and in many areas feels more like visiting a lovely garden with fish, than a fish hatchery. Of course seeing the sturgeon is always a highlight as well.

Free viewing, has quarter machines to feed the fish and plenty of parking for all. Follow the fish prints on your self-guided walking tour meandering to each viewing opportunity from the nurseries to the mature, gigantic sturgeons. Beautiful stop.

First time visiting a Hatchery. Pretty cool. Weather was perfect in August. The place was well taken cared for and they also had a cute gift and coffee shop. Took a pic with Sasquatch “Bigfoot”! Love that you can also buy fish food for a quarter to feed the rainbow trout, so bring some quarters! Also saw a Herman Sturgeon that was 85 years old! Lots of parking and it’s free to visit. Enjoyed some Rocky Road fudge and hugged a Lawson Cypress tree ❤️

This is a great family friendly destination where you can easily spend a half a day, and if you're really slow, a whole day could go by. The hatchery has fish of every size that you can check out, from the little bitty "fry" to the great big sturgeon. There's a machine where you can buy fish food and get the fish really excited throwing it in. Hot tip: bring a cup for the fish food and quarters to buy it. The grounds are obviously maintained by a skilled master gardener with quite an artistic eye. Then the drive to the dam is interesting, especially if a barge comes through the lock and the road rotates on a pillar to let it by. The standard movie is really interesting and the gift shop is fun. The fish ladders which you can see outside are also mesmerizing. Overall a great experience.

Great place to visit when in the Columbia River Gorge region. The hatchery is beautiful and has thoughtful paths to walk, seating nooks, lawns and gardens. We saw fingerlings being raised for release, met Herman the Sturgeon, and a highlight was the returning spawning salmon! We could have watched them leaping for days! Gift shop is filled with unique items to remind you of your visit. A must stop when visiting the area.

This place is the coolest!!! We were mesmerized by the fish. We got to watch the fry being fed. Seeing the sturgeon, especially Herschal, was like going back to a time when there were real dinosaurs. We fed the trout and watched them hit the surface with their dorsal fins over and over again. One of the best places we went on that excursion, we'll definitely come back when we have the kids with us.

We always stop if they are open. It's beautifully manicured grounds to nice gift shop and coffee shop. Picnic tables abound. Kids love taking their quarters to buy fish food and feed the rainbow trout. Love seeing the huge sturgeon. Must see

A beautiful place to stop along the way! It's free to visit, and honestly I've paid admission to places that weren't kept up as well as this fish hatchery. The landscaping is gorgeous and in many areas feels more like visiting a lovely garden with fish, than a fish hatchery. Of course seeing the sturgeon is always a highlight as well.

Free viewing, has quarter machines to feed the fish and plenty of parking for all. Follow the fish prints on your self-guided walking tour meandering to each viewing opportunity from the nurseries to the mature, gigantic sturgeons. Beautiful stop.

This trail was so much more than I expected when I chose it as my first Gorge hike! I wanted yo make it all 26 miles but tapped out about 1.5 miles to the lake. I loved Tunnel Falls, and I camped at Eagle Creek Campgrund to get an early start. On the way in I saw only a couple other hikers, and after twister falls, only one other until I came back through. The trail goes through a lot of fire scorched mountain after Twister falls, and I wish I saw the beauty before the scarring. The trail had a few hop scotch water crossings but was overall navigatable and I stayed safe and dry as a semi novice. Highly recommend!

Eagle Creek Trail is a nice out and back in which you can pick from several destinations depending on how long you would like to spend on the trail. Many folks make Punchbowl their final destination but there are several waterfalls and landmarks past it to make your turn around point. You can even find a campsite and stay overnight next to the trail if you hike a few miles in. The trail has gradual elevation and is quite rocky in many places. Unfortunately much of the canopy was burned in a fire a few years ago (started by irresponsible people using fireworks) so there is less shade and aesthetic beauty than there otherwise would be.

This was such a beautiful hike! The trail was well maintained and easy to follow, with just the right balance of challenge and relaxation. Every step along the way offered stunning views—mountains, greenery, and peaceful surroundings that made it feel like a perfect escape from the city. The lookout points were absolutely breathtaking and worth every bit of the climb. Highly recommend for anyone who loves nature, fresh air, and unforgettable scenery!

Absolutely loved this trail! It was a bit sad to see all the destruction from the 2017 wildfires but it was still a very fun adventure. If you hike all the way to tunnel falls, expect a long day and wear proper shoes. You will cross over wet/rocky areas and lots of fallen trees. Tunnel Falls is nearly 7 miles in, not 6. And I highly recommend going a bit further to see twister falls!

My first time back since the 2017 fires and it was bittersweet. Awesome to see the canyon in ways you never could before with dense tree canopies but also sad to see the devastation remains even 8 years later. A great hike

We enjoy watching the salmon swim upstream each fall. Standing on the bridge gives you a great view of the river from both sides. Grateful to live so close to so many amazing places in Oregon.

A beautiful long trail to many waterfalls and nature scenery. Some areas are narrow, others wider. Down part is Many of the waterfalls you cannot go near and can only see, just so new hikers know. I prefer to be able to go next to the falls and didn’t do the whole trail.