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The Wind Mountain hike is a unmaintained but fairly well-conditioned trail to the summit of [[Wind Mountain]], a 1907 foot cinder cone in the [[:Category:Columbia River Gorge|Columbia River Gorge]] just west of Dog Mt. in [[:Category:Southwest Washington|Southwest Washington]]. | The Wind Mountain hike is a unmaintained but fairly well-conditioned trail to the summit of [[Wind Mountain]], a 1907 foot cinder cone in the [[:Category:Columbia River Gorge|Columbia River Gorge]] just west of Dog Mt. in [[:Category:Southwest Washington|Southwest Washington]]. | ||
− | The trail is moderately steep but short in distance and features one spur trail to a great East-facing look-out to Dog Mountain. (The spur is just under a half-mile up trail and | + | The trail is moderately steep but short in distance and features one spur trail to a great East-facing look-out to Dog Mountain. (The spur is just under a half-mile up trail and descends sharply before opening up to a rocky outcrop. Leash pets and take little ones by the hand, as there are a few sharp drop offs) |
It's short distance to a great lookout makes this a great family destination, especially when one considers the history of the area. Children should be cautioned to stay on the trail and respect the site. | It's short distance to a great lookout makes this a great family destination, especially when one considers the history of the area. Children should be cautioned to stay on the trail and respect the site. | ||
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=== More Links === | === More Links === | ||
* [http://www.summitpost.org/mountain/rock/153232/wind-mountain.html Wind Mt summit page] on SummitPost.org | * [http://www.summitpost.org/mountain/rock/153232/wind-mountain.html Wind Mt summit page] on SummitPost.org | ||
− | * [http://www.iinet.com/~englishriver/LewisClarkColumbiaRiver/Regions/Places/wind_mountain.html L&C's Columbia River, A | + | * [http://www.iinet.com/~englishriver/LewisClarkColumbiaRiver/Regions/Places/wind_mountain.html L&C's Columbia River, A Photographic Journey] |
* [http://www.nwhiker.com/CGNSAHike51.html Wind Mt. Hike #51] on NWHiker.com | * [http://www.nwhiker.com/CGNSAHike51.html Wind Mt. Hike #51] on NWHiker.com | ||
Revision as of 22:32, 8 March 2007
- Start Point: Wind Mountain Trailhead
- End Point: Wind Mountain
- Trail Log: Wind Mountain Hike/Log
- Hike Type: Out and Back
- Distance: 2.5 miles (round trip)
- Vertical gain: 1171 feet
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Seasons: Year Round
- Family Friendly: Yes
- Backpackable: No
- Crowded: No
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Hike Description
The Wind Mountain hike is a unmaintained but fairly well-conditioned trail to the summit of Wind Mountain, a 1907 foot cinder cone in the Columbia River Gorge just west of Dog Mt. in Southwest Washington.
The trail is moderately steep but short in distance and features one spur trail to a great East-facing look-out to Dog Mountain. (The spur is just under a half-mile up trail and descends sharply before opening up to a rocky outcrop. Leash pets and take little ones by the hand, as there are a few sharp drop offs)
It's short distance to a great lookout makes this a great family destination, especially when one considers the history of the area. Children should be cautioned to stay on the trail and respect the site.
Fees, Regulations, etc.
No fees or regulations. Hikers are requested to be respectful of the historical and sacred significance of the spirit quest sites on the mountain's summit.
(See the informational sign near the summit describing its historic significance)
Trip Reports
- Wind Mountain: 9/22/06
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Related Conversations / Q&A
- "Elevator Shaft Anyone?"
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More Links
- Wind Mt summit page on SummitPost.org
- L&C's Columbia River, A Photographic Journey
- Wind Mt. Hike #51 on NWHiker.com