Ok, what a cool paddle boat to spend two hours on running up and down the Columbia River! Tha tour…read morecame with "Endless Mimosa's" and a buffet. I was disappointed in the buffet as the chicken, potato's, bacon (but the bacon was crunchy and that was excellent) and quiche were all cold. The Apple turnover and salad dressing on the salad were on point. The cost was $85 for Seniors so B all in all, we had a good time. The Captain also have an extensive narrative on the history of the Columbia River.

Went on a little ride down the Colombia to the Bonneville dam and back. The crew very kind and…read morehelpful. The views were amazing and the boat was awesome! I preordered a gourmet hot dog and it was good!

Captain Darrell provides the BEST fishing experience an angler could ever want. When you consider…read morethe total number of fish x the total weight of those fish x the quality of the fish fight divided by the cost of the overall trip - OutCatching.com is the BEST value out there.... PERIOD!

Horrible business ethics. Terrible customer service. Not reliable! Do not waste your money with…read morethis guy. Communication is absolutely horrendous.

Rowland Lake, formally named DeBois Lake, is so beautiful ! This little lake is so picturesque,…read moreespecially in the spring when the wildflowers are in bloom and growing along the slopes, framing the water. If you have driven along SR-14 four miles east of Bingen, then you have driven through Rowland Lake, literally, since the SR-14 and the train track cut through the lake! It makes for some pretty spectacular photo snaps! When you turn onto Old Highway 8 there is a small parking lot and a few areas where you can pull over to take in the scene. Further up the hill on Old Highway 8 is a pull off area for even better views from above. If you are heading to Catherine Creek area or Syncline Wines, you will pass Rowland Lake. It's worth pulling over for a few minutes to take in the beauty. The north lake is stocked with trout, both rainbow and broodstock. There are two fishing openers: the first is from the last Saturday in April through the Sunday before Thanksgiving.; the second is the Friday after Thanksgiving through February. People have also caught bluegill, crappie and largemouth bass. Check their website for details. There is a small boat launch area; electronic boats only. WA access pass is required if you are spending time here other than just pulling over for a few quick pics. I walked around, took pics, then headed to Catherine Creek.

Lovely setting...but way too loud to stay overnight…read more Decided to stay at the campground while exploring the area. The setting of the campground is really pretty, and felt quite peaceful until dark. I'd noticed the sign on the info board warning of noise. But honestly I assumed it would be the normal passing train noise we always experience when staying along the gorge. But this location was something different...train whistles were sounded throughout the entire night. No sleep was to be had for me here. Regardless, we prepped to roam the trails that morning. While I didn't have big expectations when we started off along the river we really ended up enjoying the trails. The hillsides around the Deschutes provide a simply stunning landscape. There are multiple, parallel levels of trails from which to choose. We opted to take about 5 miles round trip, starting on the lowest trail and looping back via the next level up. The trails are narrow & winding, with uneven surfaces. On that sunny day it was very serene, with only the sounds of the river and birds. I wouldn't consider using the campground again, simply due to the train whistles. The sites weren't at all private, some level/some not...but all with nice river views. I would definitely recommend use of the trail system, however.

This is an ok park if you are stopping for a picnic or to take a hike. It's right on the river so…read morethere are great views, fresh air and all that the Gorge has to offer. However, being the Gorge it can get windy. Sometimes very windy. I don't camp but if I did it wouldn't be here. It's right on the rail line and five mile long freight rains pass by a few hundred feet away every five minutes..... literally. Other than that, it's a good State park with all the amenities. Easy to get to so if you are on the Interstate and need a break you'll find this area more refreshing than a highway rest area.

I'm not usually one to write reviews but we had such an awesome experience I wanted to give Jess &…read morethe Always Catchin crew kudos. We started the day catching smaller sturgeon until Jess and my son discussed the possibility of a much bigger challenge. A "Once in a lifetime catch!" Well, that's exactly what happened! My husband, son and even me caught HUGE sturgeon. Mine was 8-9 feet long but my son and husbands' fish were 9-10 feet!! It was phenomenal! The boat was VERY comfortable and clean. Jess knew exactly what to do and when. He was helpful and knowledgeable. We had to take the boat out and move to a different part of the river but Jess didn't seem annoyed by that at all. We had a trip of a lifetime! I will NEVER FORGET IT! Thanks Jess, you're the best guide we've EVER had!!!!

We had a great time with Jess, a real pro. Was exciting to have a real fishing experience,…read moreespecially for our 16 year old son. We caught bait fish and then got to catch and release sturgeon. We also saw bald eagles along the way, as Jess pointed them out, and lots of beautiful waterfalls. Was a great day and wonderful memory for our family. We'll do this again!

I LOVE coming here! I first tried out this place a little more than a year ago, with aspirations of…read morestarting a new hobby. I then tried to fish for trout out in nature but due to my track record and queasiness of what to do after I catch, I just end up continuing to come here!! The staff has ALWAYS been extremely helpful for me when I have issues removing a hook, or any questions I may have. They even give advice and show you how to do XYZ. You can bring your own gear, or use theirs for free! No license required since it is a farm. You will pay based on inches of the fish, and they will gut it and cut it and you will be on your way to a delicious dinner!!

We visited this farm recently and unfortunately had a very negative experience. The staff we…read moreinteracted with were unfriendly and spoke to us in a harsh and unprofessional manner. We were told that if the roots of the fish became tangled, they would not replace them, and we were advised to bring our own equipment in a way that felt unnecessarily aggressive. The interaction was uncomfortable, even for the children with us. Based on our experience, we would not recommend this place. "We've visited this fish farm many times, but this visit was extremely upsetting. The staff refused to give us the equipment we needed and spoke to us in a harsh, unprofessional way. When the owner came over, he was aggressive, told me not to speak, and asked our whole group to leave -- including our two kids (9 and 11) who were checking in with us, and even my daughter's Girl Scout group who had not spoken to him at all. He raised his voice at the children, leaving them very upset. Based on this experience, we cannot recommend this place.

Amazing staff! Great selection of quality products and the…read moreprices are great! I make the effort to stopped by every time I'm in town. To each and every staff member at The Gorge Fly Shop THANK YOU!

Great fly shop. I called and asked many questions 2 days straight and they nicely answered and…read morenever pushed me to buy anything. After my purchase, they shipped out my rod and reel the same day! Highly recommend

Wanted to give The Evening Hatch a strong shout out based on the excellent river-side manners of a…read moreguide that works for your shop. A friend and I were fishing the Klickitat River on Friday, 9/4. It had been a long day on the river, and we'd picked up a few fish but it was by no means "white-hot". Towards the end of the drift, near town, we saw a driftboat anchored up against the shore. We figured this meant that the fishermen were going after Chinook, and fished on through with our floating lines. Long story short, we hooked a strong steelhead in the whitewater just above the hole, and had to pull over just in front of the boat. We asked the guide -if we could borrow his net, as we'd lost ours the previous day. He not only did that, but hopped out and netted the fish for us. The guide (Ricky) could have been angry with us for fishing through his water (even on accident). Instead he was a consummate professional and very friendly, cheering us on. My friend and I were very impressed at his riverside manners and think it deserves a very strong kudos. I will definitely keep the Evening Hatch in mind on my future trips to the river. Keep it up guys!

From the owner: Since 1988 - The Evening Hatch offers blue ribbon catch and release fly fishing for Rainbow and…read moreCutthroat trout on 'Our Home Waters' of Central Washington's spectacular Yakima River and on the Upper Columbia/ featuring Black Bear Lodge in northeastern Washington. Our summer run steelhead adventures include the Klickitat river featuring 'The Steelhead Ranch' . We target wild native winter run steelhead and hatchery steelhead on the Olympic Peninsula and The Quinault Cabin is our base when doing so. We feature our own conveniently located Yakima River Fly Shop on Yakima River Canyon road, just off exit #109 in Ellensburg as well as three post and beam lodges. To schedule an adventure, contact us today! We guarantee our service and we were the first to do so! The only guide service covering the Yakima from Easton to Roza Since 1988. The Best of Washington Steelhead and Trout - The Yakima/Naches, Klickitat, Upper Columbia/Kettle, Olympic Peninsula and more! Visit us at one of our various locations Yakima River Klickitat River Upper Columbia River Olympic Peninsula

The Columbia River Gorge has some of the most beautiful views you will ever see. Highway 84 runs…read morealong the river with spectacular views of the mountains, eagles, and the majestic river. There are little towns like Cascades with its small open air market where you can buy smoked salmon or cherries. This is a must-do when in Portland area.

Miles and miles of incredible scenery, the ride through the Columbia Gorge should not be missed!…read moreI've driven through hundreds of times and it never gets old! The Columbia River cuts through the mountains and the resulting views are spectacular from both the Washington and Oregon side. Lush and green in the spring, golden brown in the hot summer - beautiful any time of the year. While driving on the Lewis & Clark highway on the Washington side, you will encounter expansive views of the majestic Columbia River all along the way. It's breathtaking! There are several places where you can safely pull over and get out of your car and take in the stunning scenery. If you are driving on S14 from Vancouver, stop at the Cape Horn Look-out Point for the first expansive view of this incredibly beautiful area. It is often super windy here but it's worth getting out of your car and taking in the view, snapping some pics. Follow along the Columbia River going through and stopping in the charming town of Stevenson with shops and quant restaurants (worth a stop) and continue to White Salmon, another charming town worth visiting. Grab a cardamom bun at The White Salmon Bakery and a sandwich, you will thank me! Continue on the Lewis and Clark Highway to Lyle where there are several areas to hike. Catherine Creek is popular especially in the spring when the fields are filled with wildflowers. The symphony starts with yellow balsam root turning the fields a sea of golden yellow. Then comes the blue lupine, orange California poppy followed by the dainty blue and purple bachelor buttons. As the flowers fade and the sun beats down on the hills, the fields turn a golden brown which has it's own beauty. For experienced hikers, the Catherine Arch Loop and the Dalles Mountain Ranch Loop are very popular hikes. For those like me who required paved trails, Catherine Creek is perfect. The wide path winds p up and down small hills as the two mile loop makes it's way down towards the river and then back up with plenty of benches along the way to rest or simply chill and enjoy the beauty. Continue east past Lyle to Maryhill, the ride through the basalt cliffs and views over to Oregon are so pretty. Visit the orchards and vineyards (Cascade Cliffs, my fave; Jacob Williams, Maryhill Winery) and definitely stop at the replica of Stonehenge, built to resemble the original Stonehenge in England, to the exact measurements. Even though this is technically the "end" of The Columbia Gorge, continue on to Goldendale and pass incredible views of the hundreds of ginormous windmills dotting the hills. When you reach Goldendale, if it's a clear day, you can see 5, yes, 5, mountains from one vantage point at the aptly named Five Mountain Ranch Viewpoint. When friends come to Portland for a visit, they always want to see the coast and spend time in Willamette Valley Wine country, both gorgeous and fun places in their own right. Of course I take them there but I always insist on a ride through the Gorge, either the Oregon or Washington side, sometimes both! Leaving Portland I drive along the WA side and return via I-84 in Oregon so that the river is always on the right side for best views. They immediately fall in love with the area and are so grateful for the opportunity to experience so much natural beauty.

Just got back from a 3 day trip and 2 nights camping... what a blast! First time with a 2 handed…read morerod, caught two beautiful steelhead! Travis and his team are first class, so willing to spend the time needed for teaching various casting techniques while fishing. I learned so much in such a short time, and was rewarded with my first steelheads which was a bonus. The campground accommodations were great and the food was awesome... It was fun to hear a few crazy stories from Travis and his team. Looking forward to many more trips .... I highly recommended AWA if you want first class service and a great time!

From the owner: Here at All Waters Angling we strive to show fly anglers the famed trout and steelhead waters of…read morethe Pacific Northwest. Get in touch so we can get you on the water.