Angel's Rest is one of the most popular hikes in the Columbia Gorge and affords gorgeous views of the Columbia River from it's summit. You'll hike through varied terrain, including lush green forest, a barren area from the 1991 forest fire, as well as pass by a waterfall.

This short hike is well worth the effort. Plan to arrive early on spring and summer weekends as it can get very crowded.

Activity Notes

Learn about Natural History of Trees at a talk at Mt. Tabor then hike to Angel's Rest to see them on our hike.  At the top of Angel's Rest we will have picnic while I highlight some geological features of the Columbia River Gorge.  You can skip the tree talk and meet us at Mt Tabor at 4 pm or trailhead at 4:45pm. 

1:45p Meet at Mt. Tabor Visitor Center (SE Salmon Way and, SE Park Dr, Portland, OR 97215)

2:00p  We’ll take a walk in Mt. Tabor Park hear about the Natural History of Trees Led by Rick Sany.  The link below is their Tree Guide: https://www.taborfriends.org/tree-guide

4:00p Carpool to Angel's Rest Parking Lot (or meet us at Angel's Rest Parking Lot at 4:35p)

4:45p Hike Angel's Rest to see native plants along the way and we will eat our picnic on top while enjoying the view and a short Geology talk.

8:00p Arrive back at Angel's Rest Parking Lot.

8:45p Arrive back at Mt Tabor Parking Lot.

Bring: a Headlight/Flashlight since we will end at twilight.

Other Information
Driving Distance from Portland 42 miles
Distance - Round Trip 4 miles
Expected Duration Car to car in one day
Interesting Features Old Growth Trees, Ridgelines, Spectacular Views, Waterfalls
Relevant Maps CG1
Awards Qualified Waterfall Award
Useful Links GPS Track New Window Icon Icon two stacked browser windows.
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