CENTRAL GORGE WASHINGTON
Bingen · White Salmon · Mill A/Willard/Cook · Underwood
The central Gorge on the Washington side is known as the land where the rain meets the sun. Each small community on this side of the river has its own personality, unique attractions and outstanding scenic views. Visit Klickitat County on the northshore of the Columbia River Gorge. Enjoy scenic & wild opportunities, unique points of interest, excellent local artisans, wine, brew, food and engaging recreational opportunities. Discover the “sunny side” of the Gorge and find your rainbow.
Hidden Gems
WIND SPORTS: Five launch sites include Swell City, Cheap Beach, The Hatchery, Bingen, and Doug’s Beach, with lessons available in Lyle.
RESOURCES: The White Salmon Valley Community Library offers much more than books. Music, movies, special events, children and teen programs, a rotating art display, used bookstore, business and professional services and a multitude of useful resources available to everyone.
BIKE + HIKE + RUN: From Coyote Wall Trailhead, bikers, hikers, and trail runners can access a 30-plus-mile network of trails with breathtaking views.
MUSEUM: Visit the Gorge Heritage Museum in Bingen to learn about local history and artifacts.
Attractions
Lewis and Clark Trail Scenic Byway
The central portion of this 572-mile byway follows the twists, turns, and hills of the Columbia River.
White Salmon & Klickitat Wild & Scenic Rivers
Enjoy fishing, hiking, nature viewing, rafting, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Over 50,000 rafters and kayakers visit annually to boat
on the White Salmon and the Klickitat — Wild and Scenic Rivers.
Wine Country
The Columbia Gorge AVA is the most diverse appellation in Washington. Sip award-winning wines and soak in world class scenery. Three tasting rooms in White Salmon and 10 Washington Wineries within 10 miles of Bingen and White Salmon.
Spokes Bike Park
A family-friendly, non-motorized mountain bike and BMX skills park in White Salmon’s Jewett Creek Recreation Area features
well-designed jump lines and is praised for its expert execution and rider-friendly take-offs