Washington

NOTE: The following two books are highly recommended for anyone interested in hiking in the Columbia River Gorge: Hiking the Columbia River Gorge and 100 Hikes in Northwest Oregon I personally own both and consider them indispensible for hiking the Columbia River Gorge.

Length: 3.1 miles
Trail Uses: Hiking
Facilities available: Parking, Restrooms
Season of Use: Spring to Fall
Difficulty: Difficult
Elevation: 60 to 2860 feet
Visitor Use: Heavy during Weekends, Medium to Light on Weekdays.

Northwest Forest Pass Required

Access: 13 miles east of Stevenson, WA on State Route 14. From Portland, drive Interstate 84 to Cascade Locks exit 44, take the Bridge of the Gods across the river, and turn right on Washington Highway 14 for 12 miles. There is a large sign for the Dog Mountain Trailhead, between mileposts 53 and 54, park in the pullout on the left.

Description: This is a steep day hike with views of Mount Adams, Mount Hood, and Mount St. Helens. This is a heavily used trail on weekends. Loop opportunity with Augspurger Trail. The terrain starts out somewhat elevated walking straight up the mountain. Bring lots of water. This is not a trail for young children or unfit adults. The trail is initially very rocky but after about .7 miles becomes safer. Views from the top are spectacular - Mt. Hood from the south and Mt. St. Helens from the northwest. Visit Dog Mountain in the spring when the wild flowers are in full bloom. What a reward when you get to the top! A Recreation Parking Pass is required.

Features: Wildflowers and outstanding views of the Gorge, Mount Adams, Mount Hood, and Mount St. Helens.