The Columbia River Gorge’s formation began 40 to 60 million years ago due to volcanic activity and granite uplift. Massive basalt flows between 6 to 17 million years ago shaped its distinctive rock ...

If you’re looking to explore the outdoors without traveling far, Oregon’s Columbia River Gorge offers some of the most scenic hikes around. The area is known for its stunning waterfalls, lush forests, ...

The Mitchell Point Tunnel, a replica of the original built in 1915, opened in March on the Historic Columbia River Highway. The new tunnel features five arched windows and hand-placed stone masonry ...