Carving out much of the border between Washington and Oregon, the Columbia River Gorge is one of the nation's true natural wonders. Home to wide stretches of water, deep pine forests, spires ...

Hammering winds at Crown Point did not stop some from catching a good view high above the Columbia River Gorge on Wednesday.

Reach him at [email protected]. Those easterly winds out of the Columbia River Gorge can either be a curse or a welcome respite from weeks of clouds and rain. Monday was a welcome affair.

For just $10 each way, you can take the Columbia Gorge Express bus from Portland's Gateway Transit Center. It will drop you off at Multnomah Falls, Hood River or Cascade Locks. (If you live nearby ...