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Cascade Locks Information

Named after a set of locks built to improve navigation past the Cascades Rapids of the Columbia River, Cascade Locks is a small town in Hood River County, Oregon, that attracts visitors from near and far. One of the oldest towns along the River, Cascade Locks is located on a part of the river that Lewis and Clark once referred to as “the great rapids of the cascade.” In addition to its unique and colorful history tied to the Columbia River, Cascade Locks has many different attractions that entertain, ranging from hidden waterfalls and picnicking in the park to spending time on Thunder Island.

Discover the town’s interesting history at the Cascade Locks Historical Museum, which is located in the Port of Cascade Locks Marine Park in one of the three original locktenders’ houses. In addition to the museum, the first steam locomotive built on the Pacific Coast is also on display here, and admission is $3 for adults, $2 for seniors and kids, and $5 for families. Walk around the Bridge of the Gods Trailhead, located at the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. To enjoy panoramic views of the Columbia Gorge, go hiking at Beacon State Park, and don’t forget to visit Wahclella Falls, which is located along Tanner Creek. Cascade Locks and Canal is another scenic spot along the Gorge that offers everything from boating and fishing to picnics and concerts, and Government Cove and Eagle Creek Waterfalls offer great hiking opportunities. Another fun thing to do is visit Thunder Island, which is a small island that was carved out of the mainland in 1890 to build the Cascade Locks and Canal. Nowadays, people visit her to go for walks, picnics, see fishermen in action, and even host special events like weddings. To get to Thunder island, you simply walk across a footbridge that is a short walk from the mainland.

Cascade Locks is an hour away from Portland, which is Oregon’s largest city. Salem, the capital, is just under two hours south and is where numerous attractions including the Oregon Gardens and Hallie Ford Museum of Art are located. Enjoy a day in Oregon’s wine country with a visit to the North Willamette Valley, which begins in the town of Newbery and goes all the way to McMinnville along the Oregon 99W. There are plenty of nice restaurants and wineries located here, which will make for a fun day trip. It is also the site of the most prestigious festival of the year, the International Pinot Noir Celebration, which is held on the last weekend in July or the first weekend in August.

The properties in Cascade are single family home son spacious lots surrounded by lots of greenery, offering peace and privacy to guests who rent them. A majority of these homes offer views of the river and nature. Homes on Ruckel Street are within walking distance to downtown Cascade Locks, Marine Park and Pacific Crest Trail. There are lots of newly built homes on Warm Springs Drive that overlook the Columbia Gorge with scenic mountains in the background as well. All of these homes are conducive to the outdoor lifestyle and perfect for those who want to go hiking, fishing, and spend much of their time outdoors.

Public transportation is limited in Cascade Locks, so your best bet would be to get a rental car during your trip so that you can get around more easily. On Tuesdays and Thursdays there is a CAT (Columbia Area Transit) bus that travels from Cascade Locks to Hood River and vice versa, but you must call to reserve a spot. There is also a CAT bus that stops in Cascade Locks every day of the week around 8 a.m. and travels to Hood River, but seats must be reserved in advance.