columbia river gorge

New Mobile Passes for Gorge Trailheads

Many of the trailheads here in Oregon require a Northwest Forest Pass for parking. This includes popular trailheads for PCT access, where passes are required for both dayhikes as well as extended outings. Passes must be obtained in advance of your trip by printing at home, or purchasing from partner retailers or regional ranger stations. Because …

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Q&A With USFS Public Affairs Officer Rachel Pawlitz

Rachel Pawlitz is the new Community Engagement and Public Affairs Specialist with the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Administered by the U.S. Forest Service, the scenic area encompasses 292,000 acres of mountains, canyons, rivers and wilderness along 85 miles of the Columbia River. Within the scenic area, there are more than 200 miles of National Forest System hiking …

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