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Novels set in the Gorge
"Winds of Morning" by Harold L Davis, 1965.
A rugged trek along the Columbia Valley with a horse trader, who teaches a
young sheriff's assistant something of the country's pioneer days.
"Swift Flows the River" by Nard Jones, 1940.
Pioneer days on the Columbia River form the background for the story Caleb
Paige, a boy with a dream of becoming a river boat pilot.
"Columbia" by Pamela Jekel, 1987.
The epic story of the people who struggled for control of the Columbia River
and its power from prehistoric times to the present.
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Columbia River Gorge
Visitor Information
This page contains information for the visitor to the Columbia River Gorge featuring web sites about the history and the visitor's associations. Explore this page for more information to aid in your travel planning.
Capt Gray Sails the Columbia
A story from the Historical Gazette, Volume One Number Seven, which tells
about Capt. Robert Gray's trip from Boston to the Pacific Northwest - and
his sailing up the Columbia River the 16th of August, 1788.
Columbia River Gorge Visitor's Association
Offering information for those traveling to the scenic mid-Columbia
region along the borders of Oregon and Washington, as seen in their
map. Includes calendar of events, and lodging found in their "members" section.
Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. 902 Wasco Avenue, Suite 200, Hood River, OR 97031. Phone: 541-308-1700.
Activities in the Columbia River Gorge include hiking, mountain biking, windsurfing, camping, fishing, boating, wildlife watching, birding, wildflower watching, photography, picnicking and rock climbing.
The Columbia River Highway
Construction of this scenic highway was a significant technical and civic
achievement for its time, having been built between 1913 and 1922, and
showed aesthetic judgment and appreciation for the magnificent Columbia
River Gorge landscape. This site sponsored by the Oregon State Archives is
rich in description and history and includes renderings of early day postcards.
Historic Columbia River Highway
Site sponsored by the Oregon Department of Highways (ODOT). Includes
photographs, maps, drawings and other information related to the scenic
highway and the restoration of many of the bypassed segments for use as
bikepaths and pedestrian hiking trails.
Experience the Columbia River Gorge
Comprehensive collection of tourist, recreation, and community information
for the seven geophysical zones of the Columbia River Gorge from McNary Dam to the Pacific Ocean.
Feast on nature and fun in the Columbia River Gorge
A travel article with photos. (Part of the High On Adventure web site,
an online, world-wide travel magazine.)
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Columbia
River Gorge: The Story Behind the Scenery by Roberta Hilbruner. This
book presents a wonderful adaptation of the Columbia River Gorge and
includes beautiful photos and historical information that is helpful when
planning a trip to the gorge.
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Spotlight Columbia River Gorge by Ericka Chickowski. This lightweight
and compact guide offers firsthand advice on what to see, maps with
sightseeing highlights, recommendations on dining, shopping,
entertainment and lodging so you can better navigate through the
magnificent geological wonder.
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Atlas & Gazetteer by Delorme. Beautiful, detailed, large-format maps of
every state. Perfect for home and office reference, and a must for all your
vehicles. Gazetteer information may include: campgrounds, attractions, historic
sites & museums, recreation areas, trails, freshwater fishing site & boat
launches, canoe trips or scenic drives.
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Planet Washington, Oregon & the Pacific Northwest by Sandra Bao.
Comprehensive coverage of outdoor activities and extended itineraries chapter
for those travelling around the area.
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Curious
Gorge (Hiking and Exploring the Columbia River Gorge Area) by Scott
Cook. The Columbia River Gorge's favorite hiking and exploring
guidebook. This book has all the popular hikes such as Eagle Creek, Dog
Mountain and Beacon Rock. Find details on the lesser-known attractions such as viewpoints,
waterfalls, caves, local museums and historic relics.
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