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BEST HIKES NEAR
WIND MOUNTAIN RANCH

Trail Signs to Deer Trail & Cabin Trail
Wind Mountain Trail views
Dog Mountain Trail Views
hamilton mountain trail views

 

PRIVATE TRAILS AT WIND MOUNTAIN RANCH

Hike the 1.5 miles of private marked trails on the ranch’s property. A hiking map is available in your cabin booklet.

Pass/Permit not required

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WIND MOUNTAIN TRAIL

Hike Wind Mountain with a trail from the ranch connecting to this popular short but steep hike with beautiful views at the top.

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DISTANCE:  2.4mi (from trailhead)

ELEVATION GAIN:  1,148 feet

Pass/Permit not required

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DOG MOUNTAIN TRAIL

A short four mile drive away from the ranch is Dog Mountain Trail, known to be a strenuous hike leading to commanding vistas over the Columbia River Gorge.

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DISTANCE:  6 miles

ELEVATION GAIN:  2,825 feet

Permit required on Saturdays, Sundays and memorial day April 23 - June 12, 2022

$5 Parking fee

America the Beautiful Access Passes accepted here

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HAMILTON MOUNTAIN TRAIL

Hamilton Mountain Trail – A popular hike with a waterfall part of the way up. This hike is known to be moderately difficult with great views and a few different route options.

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DISTANCE:  6.4 miles

ELEVATION GAIN:  2,060 feet

Discover Pass required.

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CATHERINE CREEK LOOP

This 1.9 mile loop, northeast of the Catherine Creek Trailhead, offers spectacular wildflower viewing during the spring and passes within sight of a natural arch.

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DISTANCE:  1.9

No fee

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Catherine Creek Loop Hike in the Columbia River Gorge
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