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Columbia River Gorge
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The Columbia River Gorge, an 80-mile geologic
wonder that forms the border between northern Oregon
and southern Washington, is
proof of Nature's unbridled strength. Glacial floods thousands of years ago
carved this 1,200-mile-long river, which is the only sea-level passage to
cross the Cascade Mountains. With cliffs rising as high as 4,000 feet, the
Gorge acts as a funnel for North America's fourth largest river, whose
tributaries include the mighty Snake River.
 For
more than 10,000 years, the Gorge has been a resource for sustenance and
survival for human generations. It has also been a source of phenomenal
beauty and enjoyment, providing a playground for just about every kind of
recreation. The river's canyon-like walls create ideal wind conditions for
windsurfing and sailing and the majestic beauty of the area lends itself to
numerous return trips. The 620-foot cascading Multnomah Falls, off of I-84,
is just one of about a dozen waterfalls that are accessible from the
Columbia River Highway (I-84). Other activities include river cruises,
nature hikes, and kayaking.
 Camping
offers an ideal setting in which to appreciate the splendor of the Columbia
River Gorge, but there are also numerous inns, heritage buildings and hotels
that offer accommodations. Shopping is
available in several of the small towns along the river, such as
Hood River,
White
Salmon and The Dalles.
Attractions include a number of museums, galleries and live performance
theaters, as well as wineries, seasonal music festivals and performances.
Getting to the Gorge is easy: The
Columbia River Highway/I-84 intersects with I-5 in Portland and follows the
river's edge to Umatilla, at the east end of the Gorge. Highway 14, on the
Washington side offers a scenic view but less access to appealing roadside
attractions.
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 Columbia
River Gorge: Including complete
coverage of Portland by Stuart Warren & Brian Litt. Intimate and informative look at every
worthwhile sight along the Gorge.
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 Moon Handbooks: Oregon 5th Edition by Stuart Warren, Ted Long
Ishikawa. June 2001, 5th edition, Paperback, 590 pages, (guidebook). From the
bustling urban center of Portland to the rugged isolation of the high
Cascades, this guide covers cultural, historical, recreational, and
related practical information.
Moon
Handbooks: Washingtonby Don Pitcher. In-depth coverage of the history,
landscape, and changes in a state that has come of age. Ranges from
Olympic Peninsula's lush rainforests and long sandy beaches, to
glacier-clad Cascade summits, friendly eastern towns and wineries, the
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