Columbia River Gorge NSA Starvation Creek Overlook Hike Hike 47 Length: 2.6 mile loop Elevation Change: 700' gain Season: Spring thru Fall Difficulty:    Moderate due to extreme steepness of trail Permit:   NW Forest Pass Required Features: This can be an easy gentle walk to a number of lovely waterfalls.  However, if you decide to do the upper loop, then be prepared for an extremely steep trail.  The loop trail takes you high above the freeway to a number of overlooks with excellent views of the Columbia River Gorge.  Wildflowers abound in spring and early summer.  Be very careful as part of this trail is EXTREMELY STEEP. A Virtual Hike in the Columbia River Gorge NSA All for the love of hiking!