Skamania County

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Falls Creek Falls

Carson, Washington

4.8

5.82 mi / 1512 ft gain

The trail to Falls Creek Falls is well maintained with a few short moderately steep areas. The trail hugs the creek for the first mile, and takes you through old growth trees for the second mile. Once the falls are in sight, make sure to stop and look up to see the top tier through the trees. It's not visible otherwise. The trail ends with with an impressive view of the middle and lower tier. ...

Indian Heaven to Blue Lake

Skamania County, Washington

4.5

6.71 mi / 997 ft gain

Crowds and mosquitoes were nonexistent as we went a bit early in the season. The trails were all covered in snow, but we were able to do some way finding with a GPS and topo map. 3.5 miles in we found a dry spot next to Blue Lake and set up shop. After dropping off our gear we climbed up Gifford Peak to catch some views of the area. We could see Mt Hood, Mt Adams and Mt Rainier along with a ni...

Hike to Panther Creek Falls

Carson, Washington

4.6

0.5 mi / 200 ft gain

This hidden beauty is just north of Carson, Washington. Watch for Panther Creek campground signs and follow the twisting road about 7 miles to a rock quarry and park there. The trail begins just off the road about 50 yards back - keep an eye out for signs for the trailhead and listen for the falls. From here it's a short walk to a wooden viewing platform with a well maintained trail. It's a nic...

Camp Forlorn Lakes & Explore Guler Ice Cave

Skamania County, Washington

Camp at scenic and easily-accessible Forlorn Lakes, where the 25 campsites ($10/night) are both isolated and roomy. Sites have a picnic table and fire ring and provide access to the series of lakes, as well as the East Crater Trailhead which leads into the Indian Heaven Wilderness.Nearby, explore Guler Ice Cave, an exposed lava tube that is filled with ice formations for most of the year. A sho...

McClellan Falls

Skamania County, Washington

1.0

0.7 mi / 200 ft gain

The trail begins at the parking for McClellan Overlook. Head out of the parking area and cross over the highway before heading onto a faint, unmarked trail. You may have to do a little routefinding, so it's best to download this map before heading out so you can make sure you stay on path. This is a steep, dangerous hike with thick brush so it would be best to leave dogs and children home. W...

Fly Fish Lewis River, Cougar, WA

Skamania County, Washington

2.0

An 1.5 hour drive NE from Vancouver, WA this section of the Lewis River makes for a perfect day fishing trip. Heading North on I-5 for approximately 20 miles take the Woodland / HWY 503 exit East and head towards Mt St. Helens. You'll follow the Lewis River along Hwy 503 (Lewis River Road) the entire way, making it a picturesque drive. You're next turn will be in an hour, so enjoy the driv...