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| − | [[Image:BridalVeilFalls1.jpg|thumb| | + | [[Image:BridalVeilFalls1.jpg|thumb|300px|Bridal Veil Falls ''(Steve Hart)'']] |
| + | [[Image:BridalVeilFalls3.jpg|thumb|250px|The base of Bridal Veil Falls ''(Steve Hart)'']] | ||
| + | [[Image:BridalVeilCreek.jpg|thumb|250px|Bridal Veil Creek just below the falls ''(Jeff Statt)'']] | ||
| + | [[Image:BridalVeilTrillium.jpg|thumb|250px|Trillium in forest along the trail ''(Greg Lief)'']] | ||
| − | + | {{Start point|Bridal Veil Trailhead}} | |
| − | * | + | * End Point: [[Bridal Veil Falls]] |
| − | * | + | * Trail Log: [[Bridal Veil Falls Hike/Log|Trail Log]] |
| − | + | * Hike Type: Out and Back | |
| − | + | {{Distance|0.6 miles}} round trip | |
| + | {{Elevation gain|70 feet}} | ||
| + | {{Difficulty|Easy}} | ||
* Seasons: all | * Seasons: all | ||
* Family Friendly: yes | * Family Friendly: yes | ||
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* Crowded: yes | * Crowded: yes | ||
| − | == | + | === Hike Description === |
| − | + | <b><font color=red>NOTICE: Most trails on the Oregon side of the Columbia River Gorge are closed until further notice because of damage from the Eagle Creek Fire. The closure involves ALL trails between Rooster Rock State Park and Hood River. It is anticipated that most of these trails may not reopen until Spring or Summer 2018. Please check the list of [https://www.fs.usda.gov/recmain/crgnsa/recreation Columbia Gorge trail closures] before you plan for a hike.</font color></b> | |
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The Bridal Veil Falls hike is a short hike from a trailhead right off the Columbia River Highway to a majestic falls. It is a favorite of tourists and families on summer weekends, but is pretty quiet at other times. This trail starts from the east end of the lot as a flat, paved trail. Soon, it changes to gravel and works it way down in one long switchback to Bridal Veil Creek. There's a staircase down the side of the valley and a beautiful wooden arch bridge over the creek. The trail then climbs to a wooden lookout with a view of [[Bridal Veil Falls]]. This watercourse ran near-dry for decades as a neighboring lumber mill diverted the water. Now the mill is a memory and Bridal Veil Falls has returned. Many, many names and hearts are carved here in the handrails of the lookout. Hikers in the park should check out the [[Bridal Veil Loop Hike]], as well. | The Bridal Veil Falls hike is a short hike from a trailhead right off the Columbia River Highway to a majestic falls. It is a favorite of tourists and families on summer weekends, but is pretty quiet at other times. This trail starts from the east end of the lot as a flat, paved trail. Soon, it changes to gravel and works it way down in one long switchback to Bridal Veil Creek. There's a staircase down the side of the valley and a beautiful wooden arch bridge over the creek. The trail then climbs to a wooden lookout with a view of [[Bridal Veil Falls]]. This watercourse ran near-dry for decades as a neighboring lumber mill diverted the water. Now the mill is a memory and Bridal Veil Falls has returned. Many, many names and hearts are carved here in the handrails of the lookout. Hikers in the park should check out the [[Bridal Veil Loop Hike]], as well. | ||
| − | == Maps == | + | === Maps === |
| − | + | {{HikeMaps|latitude=45.55374|longitude=-122.18134}} | |
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| + | === Fees, Regulations, etc. === | ||
| + | * None | ||
| − | + | {{TripReports|Bridal Veil Falls}} | |
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| − | + | {{RelatedDiscussions|Bridal Veil Falls}} | |
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| − | == Guidebooks that cover this hike == | + | === Guidebooks that cover this hike === |
* ''Afoot and Afield Portland/Vancouver'', by Douglas Lorain (grouped with [[Latourell Falls Hike]]) | * ''Afoot and Afield Portland/Vancouver'', by Douglas Lorain (grouped with [[Latourell Falls Hike]]) | ||
* ''Hiking the Columbia River Gorge'' - 1st and 2nd Editions, by Russ Schneider (grouped with [[Bridal Veil Loop Hike]]) | * ''Hiking the Columbia River Gorge'' - 1st and 2nd Editions, by Russ Schneider (grouped with [[Bridal Veil Loop Hike]]) | ||
| − | == More Links == | + | === More Links === |
| + | [http://oregonwildflowers.org/viewlocation.php?ID=1 Bridal Veil State Park - OregonWildflowers.org] | ||
| − | == Contributors == | + | === Contributors === |
* [[User:Stevefromdodge|Stevefromdodge]] (creator) | * [[User:Stevefromdodge|Stevefromdodge]] (creator) | ||
Revision as of 15:40, 26 September 2017
File:BridalVeilFalls3.jpg
The base of Bridal Veil Falls (Steve Hart)
File:BridalVeilCreek.jpg
Bridal Veil Creek just below the falls (Jeff Statt)
- Start point: Bridal Veil Trailhead
- End Point: Bridal Veil Falls
- Trail Log: Trail Log
- Hike Type: Out and Back
- Distance: 0.6 miles round trip
- Elevation gain: 70 feet
- Difficulty: Easy
- Seasons: all
- Family Friendly: yes
- Backpackable: no
- Crowded: yes
Contents |
Hike Description
NOTICE: Most trails on the Oregon side of the Columbia River Gorge are closed until further notice because of damage from the Eagle Creek Fire. The closure involves ALL trails between Rooster Rock State Park and Hood River. It is anticipated that most of these trails may not reopen until Spring or Summer 2018. Please check the list of Columbia Gorge trail closures before you plan for a hike.
The Bridal Veil Falls hike is a short hike from a trailhead right off the Columbia River Highway to a majestic falls. It is a favorite of tourists and families on summer weekends, but is pretty quiet at other times. This trail starts from the east end of the lot as a flat, paved trail. Soon, it changes to gravel and works it way down in one long switchback to Bridal Veil Creek. There's a staircase down the side of the valley and a beautiful wooden arch bridge over the creek. The trail then climbs to a wooden lookout with a view of Bridal Veil Falls. This watercourse ran near-dry for decades as a neighboring lumber mill diverted the water. Now the mill is a memory and Bridal Veil Falls has returned. Many, many names and hearts are carved here in the handrails of the lookout. Hikers in the park should check out the Bridal Veil Loop Hike, as well.
Maps
- Maps: Hike Finder
Fees, Regulations, etc.
- None
Trip Reports
- Search Trip Reports for Bridal Veil Falls
Related Discussions / Q&A
- Search Trail Q&A for Bridal Veil Falls
Guidebooks that cover this hike
- Afoot and Afield Portland/Vancouver, by Douglas Lorain (grouped with Latourell Falls Hike)
- Hiking the Columbia River Gorge - 1st and 2nd Editions, by Russ Schneider (grouped with Bridal Veil Loop Hike)
More Links
Bridal Veil State Park - OregonWildflowers.org
Contributors
- Stevefromdodge (creator)