The Cape Horn Trail is one of the closest Columbia River Gorge trails to the Portland-Vancouver metropolitan area. It features wide-ranging views up and down the river, rocky cliffs and crags, streams and a waterfall. The route is well signed and has seen numerous improvements over the years, including sturdier trail treads and new overlooks. Link: https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Cape_Horn_Loop_Hike

Activity Notes

The hike is full including dog spots as of Wed Sept 25th. You may join the waitlist in the event of cancellations

Cape Horn loop hike- one of the closest hikes to Portland/Vancouver area with a variety of views of the Columbia, rocky cliffs and crags, streams and a waterfall

Pups are welcome , but out of respect to other hikers we are limiting the number of pups to 4. Please indicate when you register if you plan to bring your pup by emailing aym@mazamas.org. All pup-ticipants must be well behaved and get along with other puppers. Any participant who attempts to bring a dog who does not indicate to us by email that they will be bringing a dog will not be permitted on the hike. 

Additionally, this is Oregon in the fall. Bring the 10 Essentials, lunch, 2 liters of water and be prepared for rain at any time. Head to toe rain gear is required, and cotton clothing/jeans are prohibited. Anyone who arrives at the meeting point dressed inappropriately will be turned away. Please ask if you need help obtaining proper hiking clothing and help will be given. 

Hike: 7.4 miles

Elevation gain: 1,230 feet

Drivetime from Portland: 30 miles, approximately 35 minutes (60 miles round-trip)

Meet at Mazamas Mountaineering center (527 SE 43rd Ave, Portland, OR 97215) at 9:00AM. We will depart by 9:10. Don’t be late!

 

Other Information
Driving Distance from Portland 55 miles
Distance - Round Trip 7 miles
Expected Duration Car to car in one day
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