Destination Details
Columbia River Gorge
Landmark (Land)
The Columbia River Gorge is a spectacular river canyon cutting the only sea-level route through the Cascade Mountain Range. It's 80 miles long and up to 4,000 feet deep with the north canyon walls in Washington State and the south canyon walls in Oregon State.
The gorge has supported human habitation for over 13,000 years. Evidence of the Folsom and Marmes people, who crossed the Bering land bridge from Asia, were found in archaeological digs. Excavations near Celilo Falls, a few miles east of The Dalles, show humans have occupied this salmon-fishing site for more than 10,000 years.
The gorge has provided a transportation corridor for thousands of years. American Indians would travel through the Gorge to trade at Celilo Falls, both along the river and over Lolo Pass on the north side of Mount Hood. In 1805, the route was used by the Lewis and Clark Expedition to reach the Pacific. Early European and American settlers subsequently established steamboat lines and railroads through the gorge.
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Taste of the Pacific NorthwestPortland to Portland | September to October | 7 NightsOn the Spirit of Discovery (Motor Vessel) | Operated by Cruise WestThe inaugural Taste of the Pacific Northwest culinary cruise will feature the rich history and delicious flavors unique to this region. Journey along the mighty Columbia River through Washington's Wine Country round trip from Portland, Oregon. Travel this scenic riverway punctuated by orchards, vineyards, evergreens… |
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In The Wake Of Lewis And ClarkPortland to Portland | September to November | 6 NightsOn the National Geographic Sea Bird (Motor Vessel) | Operated by Lindblad ExpeditionsBeginning as a trickle in the high alpine meadows of western Canada, the Columbia River flows through great, forested mountains and down desert canyons. Joined by the Snake River, it rolls with increasing force through fertile farmlands, past snow-covered volcanoes, and finally knifes through a mountain range to… |
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In The Wake Of Lewis And ClarkPortland to Portland | September to November | 6 NightsOn the National Geographic Sea Lion (Motor Vessel) | Operated by Lindblad ExpeditionsBeginning as a trickle in the high alpine meadows of western Canada, the Columbia River flows through great, forested mountains and down desert canyons. Joined by the Snake River, it rolls with increasing force through fertile farmlands, past snow-covered volcanoes, and finally knifes through a mountain range to… |
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The Rivers of the WestPortland to Lewiston | March to November | 7 NightsOn the Safari Explorer (Motor Yacht) | Operated by American Safari CruisesThe appeal of America's western states leaves an indelible impression on those who wander through them. Mountain ranges spanning the length of the continent rise from boundless, fertile plains. Rivers with their headwaters in the Canadian Rockies rush relentlessly to the spray of the Pacific Ocean. Canyons, valleys,… |
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Autumn Sojourn in the Pacific NorthwestPortland to Portland | September to October | 4 NightsOn the National Geographic Sea Bird (Motor Vessel) | Operated by Lindblad ExpeditionsAs one of the most prodigious wine growing regions outside of Napa Valley, home to a legendary American expedition and volcanic eruption, a region saturated with stunning beauty, the Pacific Northwest is tailor made for an autumn sojourn. Join us as we navigate the flowing waters of the Columbia River, all the while… |
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Autumn Sojourn in the Pacific NorthwestPortland to Portland | September to October | 4 NightsOn the National Geographic Sea Lion (Motor Vessel) | Operated by Lindblad ExpeditionsAs one of the most prodigious wine growing regions outside of Napa Valley, home to a legendary American expedition and volcanic eruption, a region saturated with stunning beauty, the Pacific Northwest is tailor made for an autumn sojourn. Join us as we navigate the flowing waters of the Columbia River, all the while… |
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Columbia & Snake RiverPortland to Clarkston | August to October | 7 NightsOn the Queen of the West (Sternwheeler) | Operated by American Cruise LinesFrom the high desert of the inland empire to the endless sweep of the Pacific Ocean, the Columbia and Snake rivers follow an epic course, flowing through a rich tapestry of ever-changing landscapes, lush wildlife habitat and fascinating human endeavors. Scenes of natural beauty and human ingenuity unfold one by one.… |
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Great Western RiversPortland to Portland | August to October | 7 NightsOn the Queen of the West (Sternwheeler) | Operated by American Cruise LinesFrom the high desert of the inland empire to the endless sweep of the Pacific Ocean, the Columbia and Snake rivers follow an epic course, flowing through a rich tapestry of ever-changing landscapes, lush wildlife habitat and fascinating human endeavors. Scenes of natural beauty and human ingenuity unfold one by one.… |
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