Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
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Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls
The Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area contains the highest concentration of waterfalls in North America. This collection features world-famous landmarks like the 620-foot Multnomah Falls, alongside geological gems along Eagle Creek and the Historic Columbia River Highway. Visitors can observe diverse formations, including columnar basalt cliffs at Latourell Falls and natural amphitheaters. Many sites, such as Horsetail and Ponytail Falls, offer trails that pass directly behind the cascading water.
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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.
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Iconic Hiking Peaks
This collection features the most prominent summits and overlooks throughout the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Stretching across both Oregon and Washington, these peaks include the extinct shield volcano of Larch Mountain and Mount Defiance, the Gorge's highest point at 4,960 feet. The list highlights unique geological formations like the basalt pillars of Saint Peter’s Dome, the talus slopes of Shellrock Mountain, and historic sites like Crown Point’s 1918 Vista House. These locations provide vantage points for viewing the Cascade Range volcanoes and the Columbia River.
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Clima e quando andare
Periodo migliore per la visita: giugno, luglio, agosto, settembre
Informazioni pratiche
- Valuta
- dollaro statunitense USD $ · Pagamenti con carta · Ampiamente accettata
- Numeri di emergenza
- 911 Polizia · Ambulanza · Vigili del fuoco
- Elettricità
- 120 V · 60 HzTipo A / Tipo B
- Lingue
- inglese
- Acqua del rubinetto
- Potabile
- Senso di marcia
- A destra
- Prefisso telefonico
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Tour e attività
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