Columbia River Gorge Hiking Index
Our CRG Hiking Index serves as your ultimate guide to exploring one of the Pacific Northwest's most stunning natural landscapes. Organized by trail difficulty, length, elevation gain, and key features such as waterfalls, viewpoints, and wildflower meadows, the index makes it easy to find the perfect hike for any skill level or interest. Whether you're looking for a quick family-friendly loop or a challenging backcountry trek, our hiking index has got you covered.
Below you will find a description of the table legend, and following that, the index itself. Unfortunately, we are still collecting data for the index, so it is not yet complete, but we hope to have it up and working soon. If you are looking for hikes right now, I would recommend checking out the Friends of the Colombia Gorge's website, which can be found on our key resources page.
Table Column Description
- Trail Name
- The name or title of the hiking trail. This is often based on location, landmark, or local history. Helps identify the trail and differentiate it from others.
- Length
- The total distance of the trail measured in miles. This indicates how far hikers will travel from start to finish (or round-trip, depending on trail type).
- Elevation Gain
- The cumulative amount of climbing a hiker does on the trail, measured in feet. This helps gauge how steep or challenging the terrain might be.
- Difficulty
- An overall rating of the trail's challenge level—typically categorized as Easy, Moderate, Hard, or Intense—based on factors like length, elevation gain, terrain, and trail conditions.
- Key Features
- Highlights of what hikers can expect to see or experience along the trail—such as waterfalls, panoramic viewpoints, wildflowers, river access, old-growth forest, or historic landmarks. Especially useful for discovering what makes each trail in the Columbia River Gorge unique.
- Type
- Describes the layout of the trail. Common types include:
- Out & Back: Hike to a point and return the same way.
- Loop: Starts and ends at the same point, forming a loop.
- Point to Point: Starts and ends in different locations.
Hiking Index
| Trail Name | Length (mi) | Elevation Gain (ft) | Difficulty | Key Features | Trail Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test Hike 1 | 10 | 3141 | Hard | Summit | Out & Back |
| Test Hike 2 | 10 | 512 | Medium | Waterfalls | Loop |
| Test Hike 3 | 1.7 | 212 | Easy | River Access | Point to Point |
| Test Hike 4 | 10 | 3141 | Hard | Summit | Out & Back |
| Test Hike 5 | 10 | 512 | Medium | Waterfalls | Loop |
| Test Hike 6 | 1.7 | 212 | Easy | River Access | Point to Point |