Eagle Creek
Distance: 12 miles loop
Elevation Gain: 1600ft
Difficulty: moderate
Fees/Permits: NW Forest Pass
Summary: A popular (crowded) hike through lush forest with numerous spectacular waterfalls. The trail is steep and narrow in places, be sure that you are comfortable that you can navigate your dogs past people and other dogs safely.
Trailhead [map]: Coming from Portland, travel eastbound on I-84, and turn off at Exit #41. At the bottom of the ramp turn right. Go about 1/2 mile to the end of the road.
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Don’t Forget…Safe Hiking Tips for You and your Dog
Safety First for you and your dog
- Know the Conditions & Weather
- Know the route
- Be prepared
- Have a backup plan
We also want to remind you to bring extra water for your dog as well as food/treats!! In addition to packing a first aid kit for your pet, we suggest you also pack duct tape as a universal “just in case” … for instance if your dog’s paws start to get blisters or cuts from rocks on the trail, you can use duct tape as a quick, temporary boot for your pup.
Park Passes/Permits
Beware of and prepare for...
- Rocky trails are hard on dog paws – consider carrying booties
- Hazardous animals – cougars, snakes, bears, skunks, porcupines, salmon (found dead during spawning season) or any raw fish
- Water from streams may be contaminated with
giardia - Plants – poison oak & poison ivy, toxic: rhododendrons & azaleas
- Heat stroke can be fatal to dogs when its 70 degrees or warmer
- Ticks and Lyme disease
Updated trail conditions
The Forest Service also provides trail conditions for the Columbia Gorge at this link:
Columbia River Gorge Alerts and Notices