This was a brief trip so it shall be a short and sweet post for me.
Me and Mom took our first solo girls trip to the Columbia River Gorge, and did an enjoyable mini hike up to see Latourell Falls. This 2.4 mile loop hike is the closest gorge hike to Portland, and it is easy for pups, kids, and families to enjoy.
Rating for Latourell falls
I gave this hike two paws up because it was easy and fun for anyone to enjoy. There are many unique areas to stop, rejuvenate, and have a relaxing picnic lunch which we will definitely take advantage of next time we go with Dad. The trail is rated easy and your dog should be leashed throughout the trail. I recommend assessing your pup’s health before the hike, making sure to bring plenty of water, and staying close to your pup throughout the trail in case any stinky critters visit you.
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Stay tuned for my next blog post, where we hike Forest Park in Portland.
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Great post on the Girls Day Out and you are right – the Falls are Lovely. Looking forward to your next adventure.
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Thank you, we had a beautiful day 🙂
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We love your blog ! Always informative.
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Thank you Jennifer 🙂 glad you enjoy it!
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Nice bag on the harness. Stylish pup. 😉
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Thank you, it’s where we hold the poop bags 😀
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Nothing worse than being caught without bags.
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Haha, that is so true!
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Such wonderful photos! Thank you for sharing them.
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Thanks adventure pups, I appreciate the love! 🙂
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I love such “just the mama &me” trips… but I wish the mama would pick such good locations like your mama… I would love to see a waterfall ;o)
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Oh, you should definitely check out a waterfall one day, the water tastes delicious! I hope your mama takes you soon 🙂
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You guys go on some great hikes not far from hoome. It makes me envious. This one’s a nice shortish one and look slike there is plenty to see along the way. 🙂
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We are lucky to live in Oregon, everything is a short drive from home. We have yet to barely tap into California in Washington, lots of work to do! 🙂
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That is one tall waterfall. And, 2.4 miles sounds very doable. I didn’t know this was the closest gorge hike to Portland. That is good to know! #feetdotravel
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Yes, if you’re ever in the city I would highly recommend checking out the Columbia River Gorge, it’s breathtaking. 🙂
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Looks like a fantastic hike – and quite the payoff at the end!
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It was amazing, I highly recommend it 🙂
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A lovely area! Looks like you had a good time there.
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It was amazing, we loved it 🙂
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That sounds like an enjoyable day. I have had to stop walking through the woods with the dogs because of the poison ivy and oak. I really miss it, but not the misery that ensues.
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That is a bummer, but totally understandable! Are there any areas without the poison ivy and oak near you?
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No, it is everywhere. 😦
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What a gorgeous place to hike! Glad you were able to pose of the rock to get a perfect shot!
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It was lovely, you should check it out one day 🙂
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Scarlett, what a lovely and fun hike you had! Love the beautiful Latourell Falls and your picture in front of the falls. How exciting it was just you and mum. Great photos and thanks for sharing! #feetdotravel
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Thanks Stephanie, it was a beautiful day 🙂
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Looks like a fun and easy hike to do – beautiful scenery as on all your adventures! Great photos!
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Thank you, we are lucky to live in a beautiful place 🙂
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Latourell Falls looks like a great spot for an afternoon walk. Looks like all the family had a great time.
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It was a wonderful hike Barry, thanks for reading 🙂
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This is a truly awesome place for hiking! Thanks for the recommendation!
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Thank you for reading about it, I hope you get to visit one day 🙂
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The view of Latourell Falls are so Instagrammable! If I lived close by I would take my dog up there everyday!
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We would go everyday if we could! There are way too many mountains to choose from, but I guess that’s a good problem to have 🙂
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Great post, Scarlett! I think our Chief Barketing Officer would enjoy a hike like that. His little Chihuahua paws seem to be getting bored with the same old flatlands round home. His people would enjoy that hike, too! 🙂 Thanks for sharing! #FeetDoTravel
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Hey Rob, I think you should definitely take him up to a waterfall, he would love the views! Thanks for reading 🙂
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What a wonderful hike if you dont have too much time in your hands! I love the posing and the waterfall looks stunning too! Glad you had a good time!
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It is definitely a pleasant, quick hike to go have a nice picnic 🙂
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What a lovely time you girls appeared to have on your day out, and why not – check out that gorgeous waterfall! Good choice! #feetdotravel
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Thanks Angie, it was a beautiful day 🙂
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That looks like a perfect hike for a pet! I’ve got a pug who would absolutely love this hike 🙂
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Awesome, you should definitely take your pup out there one day if you can 🙂
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Scarlett your pose on the rock is really stunning. I can see you really enjoyed the hike with mom. Yes the waterfalls look spectacular, don’t they ?
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Thank you, I hope to visit all the waterfalls in Oregon 🙂
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