Columbia River Gorge NSA Greenleaf Overlook Hike Hike 32
Length: 8
miles round trip Elevation Change: 600' gain Season: Year Round Difficulty: Moderate due to length of hike Permit: NW Forest Pass Required Features: A great
hike that is available nearly every day of the year. There are
times when the gorge is iced-in and none of the hikes are available,
but for the most part, one can hike this trail any time.
Beginning at the Bonneville Dam Trail head, the hike heads east to
hookup with the popular Pacific Crest Trail. Following this
trail north the hike brings you to Gillette Lake, which is one of
many lakes formed by the incredible geological event that created
the Bridge of the Gods. The north half of Table Mountain and
of Greenleaf Mountain fell into the gorge, creating the Bridge of
the Gods, and also creating opportunities for many small lakes to
form. After passing Gillette Lake, you cross a number of
streams and pass another lake on your way to Greenleaf
Overlook. This point is a good destination in that you have a
good view of the Columbia River
Gorge and the surrounding features.
