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Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area National Forest · OR
Gorge 400
Gorge 400 is a mapped USDA Forest Service trail in Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area National Forest, Oregon. Forest Service GIS linework reports 25.97 miles across 5 mapped features and 6 segments. Published TrailNFS fields identify Terra trail type, Native Material surface. The agency design record lists typical grade TG05 - +12-20% and typical tread width TW03 - 18-24 INCHES. The official designation field records Not designated as a National Trail. Official recreation data links the route to Angel'S Rest Trailhead and Wahclella Falls Trailhead and Oneonta Trailhead and Eagle Creek Recreation Area and Horsetail Falls Trailhead and Bridge Of The Gods Trailhead; the page below preserves the agency's directions, fees, and restrictions when published. Current permit, entry, road, parking, shuttle, and closure conclusions are shown separately and remain unknown until route-specific evidence passes the publication checks.
25.97 miles6 official trailhead recordsAccess verification in progress
Area contextAt a glance
Published route facts
- Managing area
- Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area National Forest
- State
- Oregon (OR)
- Route number
- 400
- GIS distance
- 25.97 miles
- Official surface
- Native Material
- Official trail type
- Terra
- Official trail class
- 4 — Highly developed
- Mapped geometry
- 5 features · 6 segments · 233 vertices
- Geometry bounds
- W -122.171884 · S 45.560573 · E -121.812357 · N 45.689499
Before you go
Access information
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Park entry
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Road access
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Parking
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Shuttle
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Closures
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Getting there
Official trailhead records
These locations come from the managing agency and are matched to the published route geometry. Directions, fees, and restrictions are shown exactly as agency facts—not as a current availability guarantee.
Angel'S Rest Trailhead
22 m from the published route geometry
- Coordinates
- 45.560600, -122.171600
Wahclella Falls Trailhead
77 m from the published route geometry
- Coordinates
- 45.630631, -121.953946
- Directions
- Interstate 84 exit 40 (Bonneville Dam exit), south of interstate ~100 yards
- Fees
- Day Use: $5 per vehicle per day $30 per annual
- Restrictions
- Trail enters Mark O. Hatfiled Wilderness 1/3 mile from trailhead: Adhere to Wilderness Regulations https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/mthood/specialplaces/?cid=stelprdb5192346
- Open season
- All year
- Water
- No water is available
- Restrooms
- Portable toilet(s)
Oneonta Trailhead
96 m from the published route geometry
- Coordinates
- 45.588327, -122.079508
- Directions
- Take interstate 84 exit 35 (Ainsworth) and proceed 2 miles west on Hwy 30
Eagle Creek Recreation Area
126 m from the published route geometry
- Coordinates
- 45.640786, -121.927006
- Directions
- From Portland, OR: Travel east on Interstate 84 to exit #41 which is just past the interstate tunnel...get in the right lane before entering the tunnel. Take a right at the end of the off ramp and follow the signs to the picnic area and trailhead. From Cascade Locks, OR: Travel west on Interstate 84 approximately 3 miles to Bonneville Dam exit #40 (there is no westbound exit #41). Turn left at the stop sign, go under the interstate and then turn left onto the eastbound freeway entrance. Travel east approximately 1 mile on Interstate 84 to exit #41which is just past the interstate tunnel...get int the right hand lane before entering the tunnel. Take a right at the end of the off ramp and follow the signs to the picnic area and trailhead.
- Fees
- Day Use: $5 per vehicle per day
- Restrictions
- Aircraft/UAS/drone takeoffs and landings are prohibited; at this site. Wilderness restrictions apply within Mark O Hatfield Wilderness. ; Jumping and diving off of Punchbowl Falls is prohibited and constitutes a $300.00 fine. ; All dogs must be on leash.
- Water
- Yes, drinking water is available from faucets
- Restrooms
- Flush toilet(s)
Horsetail Falls Trailhead
133 m from the published route geometry
- Coordinates
- 45.590380, -122.068490
- Directions
- Take interstate 84 exit 35 (Ainsworth) and proceed 2 miles west on Hwy 30
- Fees
- No fees are required for this site
- Water
- No water is available
- Restrooms
- No restroom available
Bridge Of The Gods Trailhead
178 m from the published route geometry
- Coordinates
- 45.662294, -121.896673
- Directions
- From Portland, OR: Travel east on Interstate 84 to exit #44. Follow the off ramp under the overpass and; bridge and take the first right past the bridge. The park is across the street from the Charburger Restaurant. Trailhead parking is marked by an entrance sign on the right. From Hood River, OR: Travel west on Interstate 84 to exit #44. Follow the off ramp as it turns into WA Na Pa Street/Cascade Locks Highway/US-30. Travel to the west side of Cascade Locks and turn left on the access road to the Bridge of the Gods, across from Charburger. Trailhead parking is marked by an entrance sign on the right. View the Washington State; 2015 Gorge Bus Transit schedule
- Fees
- Day Use: $5 per vehicle per day $30 per annual
- Restrictions
- Wilderness restrictions apply within Mark O Hatfield Wilderness.
- Water
- Yes, drinking water is available from faucets
- Restrooms
- Flush toilet(s)
Forest Service dataset
Classification and managed use
National designation
- Not designated as a National Trail
Published design fields
- Typical trail grade
- TG05 - +12-20%
- Typical tread width
- TW03 - 18-24 INCHES
Display and travel-management fields
- Development scale group
- TC4-5 — Highly developed (Trail Class 4) or fully developed (Trail Class 5)
These are segment display and management designations from the Forest Service dataset. They do not prove current road, trail, or seasonal availability.
More official records
Route-linked and nearby facilities
These agency records matched the route identity or nearby geometry. A campground or facility status applies only to that named facility, not automatically to the whole trail.
Herman Creek Trailhead
362 m from the published route geometry
- Coordinates
- 45.682575, -121.842643
- Official description
- Herman Creek Trailhead is the access point for a number of trails including Herman Creek Trail #406 (elevation gain 3,835'), and Gorge Trail #400 . Herman Creek Trail provides loop opportunities with Pacific Crest Trail , Gorton Creek Trail , and Nick Eaton Ridge . The Herman Creek Trail is a total of 11.2 miles long, including sections that extend into Mt. Hood National Forest. The trail enters the Mark O Hatfield Wilderness from the junction with Gorton Creek Trail #408. Restroom facilities are located in the trailhead area. There is capacity for 10-12 cars.
- Fees
- $5/vehicle/day
- Restrictions
- Please do not park in trailer sites unless you have a horse trailer.
Wahkeena Falls
584 m from the published route geometry
- Coordinates
- 45.576025, -122.127828
- Official description
- Wahkeena Falls is day use area and trail situated at the base of beautiful Wahkeena Falls, just west of Multnomah Falls on the Historic Columbia River Highway. One of stops along the famed waterfall area on the Historic Highway, it connnects with a network of trails that make for great day hike loop opportunities, and world-class scenery. The 242-foot falls is a tiered type of waterfall, named after the Yakama word for "most beautiful". While not as tall as nearby Multnomah, it is no less lovely. Wakheena Falls and several trailheads are located south of the highway, where an accessible overlook provides a prime view and photo opp for visitors. Nearby trailheads include Wahkeena Trail #420 , Gorge #400 Trail , and a short Return Trail that can be used to hike to nearby Multnomah Falls . Amenities at the picnic area (north of the highway) include a large picnic shelter with a stone fireplace, along with accessible picnic tables and fire rings. Many people ask about reservations for weddings. This is a first-come, first-served area. If the group will be larger than 75 people, a special use permit is required.
- Fees
- No Fee
- Reservations
- No reservations accepted - first come, first serve basis for picnic area and shelter.
- Restrictions
- Aircraft/UAS/drone takeoffs and landings are prohibited at this site.
- Accessibility
- The picnic area and waterfall overlook are both ADA accessible, unless winter conditions (ice and snow) are present. (The paved surfaces are not routinely cleared in winter.) View a video about accessibility upgrades to this site in 2014.
Wyeth Campground
3.1 km from the published route geometry
- Coordinates
- 45.690305, -121.772188
- Official description
- Wyeth Campground includes 13 individual sites and 3 group sites in a beautiful setting surrounded by Douglas-fir and bigleaf maple trees. Reserve early -- up to six months in advance -- to ensure a spot at this popular campground, which books up early between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Sites 1 and 2 are available on a first-come, first-served basis only; however, with the Gorge's busy pace all summer these spots also fill quickly. Its location in the central Columbia River Gorge makes it a a convenient basecamp for the Gorge's many outdoor adventures and historic sites. Like most Gorge campsites, it is near a railroad and interstate so campers should expect some background noise. No hookups are available, but there is potable water onsite. Only small trailers and RVs, less than 30 feet overall in length fit, so the campsites are best suited for tent camping. From the campsite, visitors can day hike the Gorge Trail #400 from the small Gorton Creek Trailhead to the southwest of the campground. A recently restored segment of the Historic Columbia River Highway that runs from Wyeth to Viento State Park passes through talus slopes, spectacular views, waterfalls, and mossy forests. Campers could also bike about three miles east along Wyeth Bench Road to grab a meal or explore local shops in Cascade Locks. Note that adventurous types could bike to water access at either Viento State Park (the day use area provides water access) or via Blackberry Beach in the Cascade Locks area. The Wyeth area has an interesting history, as it was an early settlement site and was later used as a CCC camp in the 1930's and a Conscientious Objector camp in the 1940's. History buffs can learn more at nearby museums in Cascade Locks, Hood River, Stevenson or at Bonneville Dam .
- Fees
- $20/Night for single unit and one vehicle $30/Night for group site $5/Night for each additional vehicle Camping fee is NOT valid for parking in the trailhead. A separate recreation pass is needed.
- Reservations
- Sites are typically booked months in advance, so reserve early to ensure a spot! Visit http://www.recreation.gov up to 6 months in advance and no later than 72 hours ahead of your stay. Please note the following occupancy rules: At least one person must occupy the campsite on the first night. Equipment may not be left unattended at the campsite for more than 24 hours thereafter.
- Restrictions
- Trailers and RVs 30 ft. max. 14-day stay limit
Local route geometry
