Universal access trails are paved trails that have gentle slopes making it accommodating to wheelchairs and people with disabilities. The Columbia River Gorge has several beautiful paved trails available for all abilities. People of varying abilities can enjoy universal access trails and have a safe and enjoyable trip.

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North Bonneville: Explore 12 miles of paved walking trails in a beautiful park like setting located around the town of North Bonneville.
Doetsch Walking Path: Located west of North Bonneville at Beacon Rock Marina, you will find a paved and flat 1.2-mile loop through what was once a pasture of the Doetsch family ranch. View interpretive panels that explain the area’s natural and human history dating back to the Ice Age floods.
Washougal: Find paved access trails at Marina Park, Parkers Landing and the Washougal Waterfront Park.
Stevenson: Stroll along the waterfront path along the river in Stevenson for up close views of the Cascade Mountains along with the windsurfers and kiteboarders.
Rock Creek Pond Trail: Starting at the fairgrounds in Stevenson, you will find a nice paved path along Rock Creek Pond leading towards the Columbia Gorge Museum and Skamania Lodge.
Sam Walker Loop in Skamania: This flat, 1.1-mile gravel riverfront loop offers river viewpoints with mature oak woodlands to cedar forests. It’s a gorgeous walk with stops and picnic benches at the overlooks.
Catherine Creek: A 1-mile user friendly trail that is paved with several benches along the way for resting. A waterfall is a must see on this trail.
Balfour-Klickitat Trail: This day use area offers a .75 mile paved loop trail with views of the Gorge, wildflowers and birdwatching opportunities. Balfour-Klickitat is a prime eagle watching spot around February and great for spotting songbirds and waterfowl year-round.

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Columbia River Gorge Historic Highway: Mosier Twin Tunnels in Hood River, Cascade Locks trail to John Yeon State Park and Wyeth Park to Viento Park all offer up to 13 miles of round trip paved universal access trails offering incredible scenery. NOTE: There are some hills on the historic highway trail.
Bridal Veil Falls Overlook Trail: A paved path leads to some gorgeous views over the Columbia River. Catch a glimpse of Beacon Rock, Archer Mountain, and the Pillars of Hercules. The loop is 1/2 mile long and fully paved. People using mobility devices may be able to enjoy some of the views from the path. However, it has experienced some erosion. Some lookout points are missing pavement. You will find a picnic area that is located off the pavement.
Mitchell Point Tunnel: After four years of construction, the 655-foot long tunnel is now open and available for non-vehicle users to hike and bike. The new tunnel includes five arched windows with expansive views of the Columbia River along with a hand placed stone masonry wall on the trail, plaza with picnic tables, break areas, an overlook and expanded restrooms at the trailhead. NOTE: Eastbound exit only at Exit 58.
Starvation Creek Trailhead: This section of the Historic Highway State Trail boasts views of three waterfalls in 1.2 miles. And all paths are paved! The 190-ft two-tiered Starvation Creek waterfall is quite impressive and is tucked away in the woods behind the rest area. To see Cabin Creek Falls and Hole in the Wall Falls, head west from the parking lot on a paved, well-graded universal trail. This is an out-and-back trail. NOTE: Eastbound exit only. Traveling east on I-84, take Exit #55: Starvation Creek State Park and Rest Area.
Hood River: The Hood River Waterfront Trail is a 2.8-mile paved path, connecting The Hook on the west end to the Best Western Hood River Inn to the east.
Trillium Lake Loop: Trail #761 is a 1.9-mile, universally accessible, and easy trail in Oregon’s Mt. Hood National Forest, designed for hikers, wheelchairs, and strollers. It consists of a flat, compacted gravel and boardwalk surface with scenic views of Mt. Hood.
Mt. Hood Meadows: Mt. Hood Meadows offers several miles of hiking trails that are perfect for families to experienced hikers. Along the trail you will discover waterfalls, creeks and wildflowers along with great views of Mt. Hood, Mt. Jefferson and the Three Sisters. There is a fee for those wanting to ride the chairlift for higher elevation hikes or you can start your hike from the lodge. Have fun exploring your favorite ski runs in the summertime! From Portland, take Highway 26 east to Government Camp, then north on Highway 35 for 10 miles to Mt. Hood Meadows. From Hood River, take Highway 35 for 35 miles south to the Mt. Hood Meadows entrance. NOTE: No parking permit required after ski season ends (mid-May).
The Dalles: The Riverfront Trail at The Dalles is a scenic paved pathway along the Columbia River from the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center parking lot east to The Dalles Dam allowing for many interesting things to see along the way. NOTE: There are some hills on this trail.