If we had our kids with us we would hike to the waterfall and bridge and then turn around. Many of them didn't go the whole way up though. I wouldn't take small children though a lot of people did. We did take our time going up and took lots of pictures along the way. We took about 2 hours to get up and 1 to get down. We packed a light lunch and enjoyed our time at the top. We did make it to the top and the view was beautiful. We were quite sore the few days after the hike. I wonder if there were more rocks on the trail than usual due to rock slides with the fire and rains. The rock covered areas were difficult on the feet and calves. They trail is pretty smooth with the exception of a rocky section about 1/4 mile into the hike. It was a 1600 ft elevation climb so pretty much uphill going and downhill returning. Its about 5 miles round trip with a nice gradual incline. I thought it was a difficult hike, not moderate. The hike was very pretty and it had a variety of terrain which I like (rocky, dirt, rock covered). I think it is usually crowded but with so many trails still closed due to the fire it is probably more crowded than usual. The trail was much more difficult and crowded than we expected. We chose Angels Rest because it was considered "moderate", had a waterfall, and of course the beautiful lookout at the gorge. A few miles further, cross the Sandy on a historic old bridge into Troutdale, where restaurants, galleries and shops populate its main street, the Historic Columbia River Highway.My husband and I are not hikers, but we do enjoy the occasional hike and checking out the scenery. From there, drive along the river's east bank, where you'll find the historic inns' welcoming neon signs. Follow the Historic Columbia River Highway west from the trailhead for 13 scenic miles to the Sandy River. Restrooms are available at Bridal Veil State Park.Īfter this famous Gorge hike, have a meal at another icon: one of the historic roadhouse inns or restaurants near the Sandy River. The trail climbs uphill at an average trail grade of 10-15 for about half a mile before reaching the top of Coopey Falls, a 150-175 foot horsetail waterfall.Hikers and their dogs are common vectors for spreading invasive seeds. Please always stay on the trail and clean your boots before and after you hike.From it are spectacular, 270-degree views, including Washington-side landmarks such as Beacon Rock and Silver Star Mountain. Pass Coopey Falls and ascend through the Coopey Creek drainage before climbing further to Angel’s Rest. From the trailhead, follow the Angel’s Rest Trail (Trail 415).No parking or trailhead passes are required. Falling trees, landslides, and debris flows are more likely in the burned areas because of unstable soil due to less vegetation to hold it in place. We encourage hikers to be extra alert when hiking in burned areas in the Gorge. This trail was impacted by the 2017 Eagle Creek fire. Moderately difficult and close to Portland, the trail receives heavy use year-round, especially on weekends. This 4.8-mile, out-and-back hike gains 1,500 feet in elevation as it climbs through trees and over boulders to Angel’s Rest, an exposed blufftop with panoramic Gorge views. The Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area Act.
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