Day Hiking Columbia River Gorge, 2nd Edition: Waterfalls * Vistas * State Parks * National Scenic Area (Mountaineers Books)

The eighty-mile-long Columbia River Gorge separating Washington from Oregon is one of the National Scenic Areas of the US. There really is no place like it. This area has immense beauty with its countless waterfalls and peaks rising up to four thousand feet. This area is filled with numerous trails of all lengths and difficulties. Whether looking for an easy hike filled with wildflowers, a pleasant climb to the top of a waterfall, or a challenging trek up a scenic peak, there is a hike for everyone’s desires in this natural playground.

Day Hiking: Columbia River Gorge by Craig Romano is a handy book for hikers of all levels looking to get out on the trail. Each hike highlighted in this guide has an overview, directions to the trailhead, and a description of what to expect. I have done many of the hikes in this book and can honestly say Romano’s write-ups are spot on. This guide also contains maps of the whole area and a trail map of each hike. A handy “Hikes at a Glance” section lays out the vital info like length, difficulty, or if it’s dog friendly. This useful 2nd edition is out just in time to hit the trail.