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Historic Columbia River Highway

Constructed between 1913 and 1922, the original Columbia River Highway was designed to bring travelers to the most breathtaking sights and scenes in the Gorge. From the amazing loops at Rowena plateau to Multnomah Falls, its iconic and innovative design included rock walls, bridges earned it the nicknames "King of Roads" and "A Poem in Stone." It was a new type of motorway bringing automobile adventurers to the Gorge's "beauty spots", and many consider it to be America's first scenic highway.…

  • Managed by: USDA Forest Service

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Columbia River Highway reservable?

Historic Columbia River Highway is primarily first-come, first-served. Use the availability view to gauge how busy it is before you go.

Where is Historic Columbia River Highway?

See the map for Historic Columbia River Highway's exact location and directions.

How do I book a campsite at Historic Columbia River Highway?

Pick your dates on the availability calendar, then reserve through the official booking link. You can also set an alert and we'll notify you if a sold-out date opens up.

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