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The Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail (external link to printable maps)

The State Trail starts near Hood River, Oregon. There are currently 3 trail segments totalling about 12 miles with spectacular views on the Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail.

  • Bonneville Segment: John B. Yeon to Cascade Locks. The west end of the trail extends from the Elowah Falls trailhead at John B. Yeon State Scenic Corridor to Cascade Locks.
  • Mitchell Point Segment: Wyeth to Viento. The 9.5 mile segment connects Wyeth Trailhead
  • Twin Tunnels Segment: Hood River to Mosier. Further east, this accessible 4.5-mile segment connects Hood River and Mosier.

Mitchell Point tunnel adds another 7 mile stretch with spectacular views inside the tunnel!

Since 1987, ODOT, Oregon State Parks, and partners have been working to preserve, enhance and reconnect the 73-mile Historic Columbia River Highway. The sections for car-free recreation are called the Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail.

Although most of the trail between Wyeth State Park and Mitchell Point has been built, we still have work to do. There is a 0.7-mile link still needed to connect Viento State Park to Mitchell Point, which is anticipated to begin construction as early as 2025. In the meantime, a pedestrian-only walking path is available using Oregon State Parks' Wygant trail and a delineated shoulder along I-84, which will be open until construction begins to connect the gap.

On the east side of the tunnel, the final trail segment will extend from Ruthton Point toward Hood River, crossing underneath I-84. The segment is currently in the design phase, with one of four smaller sections funded for construction. Construction of the first phase is anticipated to start in 2026. There is no parking or connection to the tunnel from the east side.​

This is a great Rails To Trails Featured Article with some great photos of the Columbia Gorge Trail and some of the most up to date information (March 2026) available on the progress of the connections. Destination: Oregon's Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail - This is a great guide taking you step by step through the segments. It's definitely walkable, though not all segments are ADA compliant currently, but they will be! The Rails To Trails article even guides you through spots to take a break, get a coffee, grab a bite, or pack your picnic.

This is going to be an epic trail when it is finished. It will also be connecting to giantly long bike routes in Washington State. But one of the best things is just how beautiful it is and wonderful it is to be able to have this access for families.

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