Angel's Rest
Western Gorge, Oregon
Hikers on top of Angel's Rest (Friends' archive)
Trail Features
Beautiful Views
Ice Age Floods
Trail Description Driving Directions
Trail Alert, Dec 14, 2018: This trail was impacted by the Eagle Creek Fire in 2017. The Forest Service has reopened the trail, but warns hikers to enter at their own risk because of hazardous conditions, including loose rocks, falling trees and limbs, debris flows, and damaged or blocked trails. Less experienced hikers should consider an alternative to this hike while these conditions exist, and all hikers with dogs or small children should consider safer alternatives.This hike is a winding trail (#415) on the western end of the Columbia River Gorge that takes you up to great views. It starts at about river level and quickly climbs up through trees and then over boulders before rising to a bluff above the river. From the top, you'll get a spectacular 270 degree view of the Gorge, including many landmarks like Beacon Rock and Silver Star Mountain.
Note: Dogs must be on-leash since this is a heavy use area.
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Trail Details
- Type: Out and back
- Distance: 5 miles round trip
- Elevation Gain: 1500 feet
- Difficulty: Moderate
Family Friendly: Yes
Restrooms: No
Trailhead Pass: No
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Angels Rest Trailhead: From the west, take I-84 east to Exit #28/Bridal Veil. Follow the road to the stop sign and turn right onto the Historic Columbia River Hwy. The parking lot is immediately on right. No parking pass required. From the east, take I-84 west to Exit #35/Ainsworth State Park. Follow the Historic Columbia River Highway for 7.1 miles to the Angel's Rest Trailhead and the parking area is on your right. No parking pass required.
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