Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area

Parks in Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area

Scenic Park Destinations

This collection of parks along the Columbia River Gorge highlights the region's diverse landscapes and history. It includes expansive state sites like Starvation Creek, known for its accessible waterfalls, and the Lewis and Clark State Recreation Site, which marks a historic 1805 campsite. Visitors can find specialized facilities for windsurfing at Celilo Park, panoramic volcanic vistas at Panorama Point, and industrial heritage at Cascade Locks Marine Park, home to 19th-century navigational locks.

Scenic Park Destinations — Map

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Starvation Creek State Park

Starvation Creek State Park is a state park located west of Hood River, Oregon in the Columbia River Gorge.

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Friendship Park

Neighborhood green space located in Hood River.

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Georgiana Smith Park

The Hood River County Library and Georgiana Smith Park was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1998.

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Cascade Locks Marine Park

Home to the historic 1896 locks, a museum, and the Sternwheeler Columbia Gorge. It features river access and views of the Bridge of the Gods.

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Panorama Point County Park

Provides panoramic views of the Hood River Valley and Mount Hood, with interpretive signs detailing the local geology.

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Seufert Park

Seufert County Park is a public park located just east of The Dalles, Oregon, United States, and is operated by the United States Army…

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The Dalles, Oregon

The Dalles () DALZ; formally the City of The Dalles and also called Dalles City, is an inland port and the largest city in Wasco County,…

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Glenn Otto Park

A 6-acre park on the Sandy River featuring swimming areas and access to the Beaver Creek confluence.

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Celilo Park

Columbia River park offering windsurfing access, a boat ramp, and picnic facilities near the historic Celilo Falls site.

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Wygant State Park

Undeveloped state park with hiking trails through forested terrain, offering views of the Columbia River Gorge.

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Rock Creek Park

Community park in Cascade Locks providing open green space near the river.

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Indian Creek Park

Hood River park serving as a trailhead for the Indian Creek Trail.

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Vinzenz Lausmann State Park

Natural area featuring Douglas fir forests and trails connecting to the historic Columbia River Highway.

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Mosier City Park

Local park with a playground, located near the entrance to the Mosier Twin Tunnels trail.

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Avery Recreation Area

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers site used primarily for boat launching and fishing access on the Columbia River.

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Hess Park

Small neighborhood park located in The Dalles.

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Lewis and Clark State Recreation Site

State park at the Sandy River confluence, noted for its connection to the 1805-1806 Lewis and Clark expedition.

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Firehouse Park

Urban park in The Dalles situated within the historic district.

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