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Parks & Scenic Areas |Area Attractions | Outdoor Sports | Museums

Wineries & Breweries | Dining | General Information

There are endless activities to do in the Columbia River Gorge, there is something for everyone. We have put together a list of links to get you started.  However once you get here be sure to ask us for recommendations, as there is always something new...

Parks & Scenic Areas

Columbia Gorge National Scenic Area - visit the US Forest Service website for information on the area and current trail conditions, as well as any road closures within National Forest Parks.

Check out some of the amazing waterfalls just minutes from Carson Ridge Luxury Cabins in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest.

Beacon Rock State Park - Enjoy outstanding panoramic views of the Columbia River Gorge from Beacon Rock, the core of an ancient volcano. "Beacon Rock" was originally named by Lewis and Clark on their expedition to the Pacific Ocean on October 31, 1805.

Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument - You take the short drive through the Gifford Pinchot National Forest to one of the viewing platforms of Mt St Helens. Over the past four years, we have been privileged to witness
the creation of a 1,300 foot tall lava dome within the existing crater!

Multnomah Falls is the second-tallest year-round waterfall in the nation. The water of the Falls drops 620 feet from its origin on Larch Mountain. Unusually cold weather can freeze the plummeting water into a majestic icesicle.
Telephone & Dining Reservations - 503-695-2376
Daily 8:00am- 9:00pm - 503-695-2372

Visit Oregon Parks and Recreation Department - State Parks for more information on parks on the Oregon side of the Columbia River Gorge including: Crown Point, Women's Forum & Bridal Veil Falls.

Area Attractions

Explore the Columbia River Gorge - Guided tours and excursions.

Columbia Gorge Limousine, LLC - Shuttle service, Wine tours, and other unique touring excursions
Hood River, OR - 800-899-5676

The Sternwheeler Columbia Gorge
Cruise the Columbia Gorge ~ 503-224-3900 or 800-224-3901

Mt. Hood Railroad - Dinner trains and train tours from Hood River, OR - 800-872-4661

Bonneville Lock & Dam
Tour the Dam and visit Herman the sturgen 541-374-8820

Portland Spirit - small ship cruises on the Columbia River

Columbia Gorge Premium Outlets
Troutdale, OR ~ 503-669-8060

Vista House at Crown Point State Park
40700 E Historic Columbia River Hwy
Friends of Vista House | PO Box 204
Corbett OR 97019 | Tel: 503-695-2230

Garter Theatre will make you to “laugh ‘til your cheeks hurt.”

Enjoy some stargazing at the Goldendale Observatory.

The Fruit Loop is a 35-mile, scenic drive through the valley's orchards, forests, farmlands, and friendly communities.

Columbia Gorge Lavender Farms not only grows acres of lavender, but also distill their lavender to produce lavender oils.

Antiques & Oddities is a little jewel, draped with vintage Indian silks, wool saddle blankets, antique knives, and other international curiosities.

Artisan's Gallery offers original jewelry, pottery, glasswork, paintings, and more from artists who live and create here in the heart of the Columbia River Gorge.

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Dining

Carson

Eric's Place
Approx. 1 block North 1422 Wind River Highway Carson, WA
Mon-Sat 11 AM to 9 PM .
Pizza, Subs & Sandwiches, Burgers, and Salads.
509-427-4414

The Fountains at Carson Mineral Hot Springs Spa & Golf Resort

Wind River Inn
Approx. 1/2 mile north. Wind River Highway in Carson, WA
Daily 8 AM to 9 PM. Breakfast served all day.
509-427-4000

Stevenson

Bahma Coffee Bar
77 SW Russell / P.O. Box 1126 Stevenson, WA 98648
M-F 8:30am - 4pm Sat-Sun 10am - 4pm
509-427-8700

Big River Grill- In a historic downtown setting, offers big, bold flavors and generous portions as well as a selection of micro-brews and local wines
192 SW 2nd St. Stevenson, WA 98648 11:30am - 9am
509-427-4888

The Crab Shack offers casual dining at our waterfront restaurant
130 SW Cascade Ave Stevenson, WA 98648
Wed-Sun 4pm - 9pm
509-427-4400

Joe's El Rio
193 Highway 14 Stevenson, WA 98642 M - Sun 4pm - 9pm
509-427-4479

It's A Wrap
PO Box 198 Stevenson, WA 98648 8:30am - 7pm
509-427-7725

Skamania Lodge
1131 SW Skamania Lodge Way Stevenson, WA 98648
Sun. Brunch 9am- 2:30pm Daily 7am - 9pm Also Check out the lounge for dining!
509-427-2508 ~ 800-221-7117

Walking Man Brewery & Public House
240 Highway 14 Stevenson, WA 98642 Wed - Sun 4pm - 9am
509-427-5520

Hood River

Nora's Fish House - celebrate the bounty of Oregon's farms, fields and fisheries.
Winter Hours:
Dinner: 5-9 p.m. Tue-Sat

Simon's at the Columbia Gorge Hotel offers delicious and seasonal menus.

Cornerstone Cuisine create unique tasting experiences as well as traditional seasonal favorites.

3 Rivers Grill specializes in Northwest cuisine with a French flair.

Celilo offers Pacific Northwest cuisine.

Stonehedge Gardens serves a classic blend of European utilizing the freshest local ingredients.

North Oak Brasserie offers authentic Italian cuisine and an extensive wine list.

White Salmon

Solstice Wood Fire Café specializes in wood fire oven pizzas as well as local, seasonal and organic cuisine.

Mosier

Good River Restaurant - Local Farm Food accompanied by Northwest wines & Beers

North Bonneville

Pacific Crest Dining room at the Bonneville Hot Springs Resort & Spa

NatJulie Great Products
Organic Cereal Bar / Natural & Organic Food & Coffee
102 CBD Mall Dr, Suite A-4 North Bonneville, WA 98639
7AM - 3:30PM, Tues thru Sat
509-427-4949

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