Feb. 1, 2012 Note: Construction is under way on a 1.6-mile section of the Historic Columbia River Highway between John Yeon State Park and Moffett Creek. The park remains open (short closures may occur), but expect noise and watch for heavy equipment. During the first phase of work, park visitors leaving the park and planning to travel eastbound on Interstate 84 will be detoured from accessing the freeway at Warrendale (Exit 37) to Exit 35 at the Ainsworth Interchange. The project will be completed by fall 2013. For more information, visit the Oregon Department of Transportation project page.
John B. Yeon Scenic Corridor honors a man who gave generously of his time and professional skills. He was one of the principal architects of the Historic Columbia River Highway (US 30); a major portion of the scenic highway joins I-84 westbound at Yeon State Park.
Here is a hiker's paradise with a gentle rising trail that permits access to two of the most beautiful and secluded waterfalls in the Columbia River Gorge: (lower) Elowah Falls and (upper) McCord Creek falls. Elowah Falls is a 289 foot drop over basalt that must be seen to appreciate. The view of the falls and way the tall cliffs jut out at odd angles is nearly disorienting at the bottom of the trail. Most days, the trails are never crowded. The crisp air, easy access and accompanying scenery of this area offer some of the best hiking and viewing opportunities available in the Gorge.
