Best Free Things to Do in Cascade Locks
THE 5 BEST Free Things to Do in Cascade Locks
Best Free Things to Do in Cascade Locks
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- SLRUpland, CA154 contributionsBonneville is very interesting. There is a short movie in the Visitor Center (on the Oregon side) where you can learn about the history of the lock and dam. The Visitor Center has a lot of photos and information and on the bottom floor you can see the fish ladders, where the salmon and other fish swim up stream. It is extremely interesting. We really enjoyed our visit.
After visiting here you can drive to the fish hatchery (on the same property) and see (among other things), Herman the Sturgeon. If you don't know who he is check out his socials. It's definitely worth the visit!Written 22 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - kgilbert78Columbus, OH2,909 contributionsIt was really interesting to learn more about the native fish in this area. The one sturgeon was *huge*. Very informative signs.Written 18 April 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Eva TUnited Kingdom5,655 contributionsThe idea to visit this place came from my husband's cousin with who we travelled. Maybe you can see hatcheries around the world but this one is special as you can see sturgeons. Gosh we saw famous Herman which is over 80 years old and several younger sturgeons swimming together with trouts. There are several ponds dedicated to different ages of the fish. The whole area is very nice, trees have nest boxes and we saw good use of them by swallows. In the gift shop you can buy many nice items as well coffee and cakes. There is large car park and the entry is free. And there are also clean restrooms.Written 24 June 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Shannon N10 contributionsRight before you get to Multnomah falls, you’ll hit ponytail falls which is smaller but still beautiful. People there were swimming too.Written 11 July 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lisa CPortland, OR211 contributionsReally loved this hike. Although we can see the evidence of the 2017 Eagle Creek fire, the area has recovered sufficiently to afford a pleasant journey to the real payoff: the gorgeous Dry Creek Falls. (Dry Creek was apparently so-named when water was diverted for a municipal water project, but has since been restored and is quite moist! :-) The falls are surrounded by impressive basalt cliffs.
This is not a difficult hike, although you do feel that you've had a good workout after. There are some loose rocks in places, and smooth dirt that one can slide on too readily, so be sure you have good shoes. Bring water, sunscreen (if you tend to burn) and snacks, and of course a camera!Written 17 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Don MCastle Rock, CO442 contributionsBeautiful falls via a moderate 2 mile trail. The trail is cut into the side of the gorge and is very narrow in some places.Written 23 August 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- StellerJ2PNW32 contributionsNice hike for all. It is a hike. The fall is not right off the road like others in area but very pretty and much worth it.Written 22 August 2017This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Zik JOrmond Beach, FL361 contributionsWe stopped at Starvation Creek Falls since it was nearby Hood River and was close to the road. Once we parked it was only 0.1 miles to walk a paved or gravel path up the creekside to view the waterfall. There were benches a tables to sit and have a picnic, plus restrooms near the parking lot. Very easy to access for a quick photo stop, or you could walk the path to the west to see more falls. Kind of a one and done place, unlike Multnomah Falls, but still worth a visit.Written 30 May 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- minimize940314Los Angeles, CA3,542 contributionsAdequate falls. This falls require a bit of hike before seeing the falls. For this reason, less people visit this falls compared to multnomah. If you don't like to haggle with crowd, this falls is perfect for you. However, the waterfalls itself is not as grand as multnomah.Written 29 August 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
