Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area

Frost Advisory issued October 9 at 10:37AM PDT until October 10 at 9:00AM PDT by NWS Portland OR

10:37 AM — 11:15 PM

* WHAT...For both Frost Advisories, temperatures as low as 33 to 36 degrees will result in frost formation. * WHERE...Upper Hood River Valley County. * WHEN...For the first Frost Advisory, from midnight tonight to 9 AM PDT Saturday. For the second Frost Advisory, from midnight Saturday Night to 9 AM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Chances for sub-freezing temperatures below 32 degrees are high in Parkdale and Dee (70-90%) Saturday night into Sunday morning. However, the majority of the Upper Hood River Valley should remain above freezing with lows of 33 to 36 degrees, including in Odell.

Frost Advisory issued October 9 at 10:37AM PDT until October 11 at 9:00AM PDT by NWS Portland OR

10:37 AM — 11:15 PM

* WHAT...For both Frost Advisories, temperatures as low as 33 to 36 degrees will result in frost formation. * WHERE...Upper Hood River Valley County. * WHEN...For the first Frost Advisory, from midnight tonight to 9 AM PDT Saturday. For the second Frost Advisory, from midnight Saturday Night to 9 AM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Chances for sub-freezing temperatures below 32 degrees are high in Parkdale and Dee (70-90%) Saturday night into Sunday morning. However, the majority of the Upper Hood River Valley should remain above freezing with lows of 33 to 36 degrees, including in Odell.

Frost Advisory issued October 9 at 10:37AM PDT until October 11 at 9:00AM PDT by NWS Portland OR

10:37 AM — 11:15 PM

* WHAT...Temperatures as low as 33 to 36 degrees will result in frost formation. * WHERE...In Oregon, Clackamas County Cascade Foothills, North Oregon Coast Range, North Oregon Coast Range Lowlands, Outer Southeast Portland Metro, Cascade Foothills of Marion and Linn Counties, Lane County Cascade Foothills, and Linn County Lowlands Counties. In Washington, North Clark County Lowlands and South Washington Cascade Foothills Counties. * WHEN...From midnight Saturday Night to 9 AM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.

Overview

The Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area is a spectacular 80-mile river canyon cutting up to 4,000 feet deep through the Cascade Mountain Range, spanning portions of Oregon and Washington. The area is currently open with several important closures to note from December 2025 winter storms. Multiple trails are closed due to windfalls, landslides, and collapsed trail tread, particularly in the Eagle Creek Fire burn scar. The Historic Columbia River Highway (US 30) east viaduct at Multnomah Falls is closed through spring 2026 for structural repairs. Larch Mountain Road is closed above the snow gate near Milepost 10 (typical seasonal winter closure, reopens late spring). Eagle Creek area remains under long-term forest closure order through July 2026. The scenic area features dramatic climate zones from lush western conifer forests to eastern grasslands due to the Cascades' rain shadow effect. Standard camping limits are in effect (14-day limit in 30-day period), and drone use is prohibited at developed sites. Fire danger is currently low. The area is actively managed and remains a world-class destination for hiking, waterfalls, and scenic drives despite ongoing recovery efforts from past fires and recent storm damage.

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