Start on SR 14 at Washougai. Stop at the Cape Horn Viewpoint just past Washougai. This pullout offers a spectacular panoramic view of the west end of the Columbia River Gorge.
Stretch your legs at the Sams Walker Day Use Site at Skamania Landing. This trail is 1.7 miles of easy access hiking, with a picnic area and views of Oregon across the Gorge.
Climb up Beacon Rock to witness the exapansive view atop this 848-foot high volcano ruins. Rest your legs on the way to your next stop.
Hike up Dog Mountain trail to the 2,948-foot summit of Dog Mountain. Not only are the views gorgeous, but wildflowers abound in the spring.
Take a break in the towns of Bingen and White Salmon. You might want to stay overnight in a bed and breakfast or visit the wineries, restaurants and shops in these quaint towns.
View ancient pictographs and petroglyphs at Columbia Hills State Park. Call the State Park office at (509) 767-1159 to arrange for a guide.
Finish your trip at the Maryhill Museum, a mansion built by a settler of the Gorge, Sam Hill. The museum's collection includes works of art by Auguste Rodin as well as Native American pieces, miniature French fashion mannequins and a chess set collection.
