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Oregon
4.4 mi
Distance
3,196 ft
Gain
2h 58m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
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What's missing
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Why you'll love it
Mt Defiance
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Mt Defiance is a challenging out-and-back trail in Oregon that rewards hikers with significant elevation gain and expansive views from its summit. This steep ascent climbs through forested terrain with relentless switchbacks, testing your endurance as you gain nearly 3,000 feet over the 4.4-mile route. The summit offers commanding vistas of the surrounding landscape and makes for a memorable destination for experienced hikers.
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Steep out-and-back summit hike with panoramic views near Dog Mountain.
Old Loggers' Trail
~2 min drive
Short out-and-back forest walk through Oregon's logging history.
Mt. Defiance
~4 min drive
Steep out-and-back climb to an Oregon summit with rewarding views.
Wyeth
~4 min drive
Moderate out-and-back gorge hike through forest with cascade views.
Mitchell Point
~3 min drive
Short out-and-back hike with alpine views near Mitchell Point.
Historic 1876 Wagon Road
~2 min drive
Historic 0.53-mile point-to-point wagon road from 1876.
Green Point Ridge
~4 min drive
Scenic 5-mile out-and-back ridge hike with panoramic views.
Deadwood
~7 min drive
Easy 1.2-mile out-and-back forest walk near Deadwood, Oregon.
Dog Mt. Summit
~4 min drive
Quick out-and-back summit hike with minimal distance.
Eagle Creek Trail
~14 min drive
Scenic point-to-point gorge hike featuring waterfalls and creek crossings.
