Columbia river gorge sunrise

I've been pretty darn busy lately. I know that I have some correspondence to catch up with and hope to answer all emails and questions this evening. Mom's knee is on the mend and I hope to get my life back to normal, or as close to normal as my life can be, very soon. Enjoy the rest of the Summer. Autumn is on its way. The vine maples are anxious to show their colors. Here's a shot of the sunset last week in the Columbia River Gorge.

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Columbia River Gorge 📷 by me

Columbia River Gorge

This image was shot over a 2 hour period to take advantage of the best light throughout the scene which ended up being a 5 image manual blend. I had been parked at my spot for an hour when this gentleman rolled up to me and said "You are hogging the best spot"! I was kinda shell shocked and didn't quite know how to respond and so I said first come first serve but your welcome to hump tripods. Now I wish I had two cameras so I could have showed him the look on his face!!!! Did everyone see…

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Early blooming grass widows are already bringing color to the Columbia River Gorge. The bloom continues into July (from east to west, lower slopes to upper slopes), then rabbit brush blooms after the first rains of fall.

View of Clumbia River Gorge from Benson Plateau in Oregon on the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area

Looking to do one of the many hikes in the Columbia River Gorge? This guide to hiking in the Gorge has all the information you need to hit the trail.

There’s no place like the Columbia River Gorge in Oregon. People travel here from all over the country to take in this natural wonder, and there are so many things to do here. From hiking, windsurfing and boating through to waterfall exploration and scenic drives, there are many ways to enjoy the Columbia River Gorge. Click through to find out the best things to do in the Columbia River Gorge, Oregon. | Oregon is for Adventure #columbiarivergorge #oregon #thingstodo

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There are so many incredible hikes in the Columbia River Gorge, like the family-friendly Horsetail Falls Trail and the adventurous Oneonta Gorge Trail. Each hike offers unique beauty and charm. Check out my post on hikes in the Columbia River Gorge for more info!

Hike and Bike: Columbia River Gorge Hidden Waterfalls – Around Portland Tours

This was taken near Mosier, Oregon. The sky detail was enhanced, as it wasn't as dynamic after I downloaded the image. The Columbia River Gorge is a canyon of the Columbia River in the Pacific Northwest . Up to 4,000 feet (1,200 m) deep, the canyon stretches for over 80 miles (130 km) as the river winds westward through the Cascade Range forming the boundary between the State of Washington to the north and Oregon to the south. Extending roughly from the confluence of the Columbia with the…

Here are the 9 best waterfalls in the Columbia River Gorge! Learn exactly how to get to these falls, what to expect, valuable visitor information, and insider tips.

Whether you're coming from Oregon or Washington, these are the best things to do in the Columbia River Gorge from hiking to windsurfing and beyond!

Columbia River, Revelstoke

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Oregon’s Columbia River Gorge Hikes

The Columbia River Gorge has some of the most beautiful waterfalls in the Pacific Northwest. In this guide, I will share all of the best hikes in the region. From amazing waterfalls, shorter hikes to longer hikes, and hikes with panoramic views. There is a hike for everyone in the Columbia Gorge. So if you're looking for a fantastic year-round hiking destination, the Columbia River Gorge is it!