Excursions for Adventurers

Get out and see the best of the Columbia Gorge! Whether your passion is canyoneering, fishing, whitewater rafting, kayaking, golfing – there are many choices available for you to choose from. Stay and play for 3-days to really enjoy your getaway plans.

Get the Most Out of Your Pacific Northwest Vacation to the Gorge

The list of things to do in the Gorge is endless! When you stay at Carson Ridge Luxury Cabins, you’ll be surrounded by countless exciting attractions. Get started with these popular, adventure-based Pacific Northwest vacation ideas below.

Whether you’re a thrill seeker or someone who craves relaxation, there’s an excursion for you. From the exhilaration of whitewater rafting to the quiet pleasure of fishing off a boat, the Gorge is home to a multitude of outfitters who are ready to show you the best of the area.

Canyoneering in the Gorge

Embark on a canyoneering tour in the Gorge! Options for intermediate to advanced adventurers lead by Cascade Canyon Guides.

From wildflower hikes to a day of rappelling in canyons, they’ll show you some the most gorgeous areas in the PNW.

Guests of Carson Ridge Luxury Cabins get special rates and will get picked up at the cabins. Mention us when book your adventure!

Cascade Canyon Guides
www.cascadecanyonguides.com

Catching! (a.k.a. Fishing!)

Fish for Sturgeon, Chinook Salmon, Steelhead, Walleye and more. The scaley varieties are plentiful in the Gorge and these guides know when and how to find them.

Always Catchin
www.alwayscatchin.com

Mitchell Sportfishing
www.mitchellsportfishing.com

Columbia River Fishing Adventures
www.columbiariverfishingadventures.com

White Water Rafting

Flowing south from Mt. Adams to the Columbia River Gorge, the White Salmon River is a two-hour adrenaline rush through a picturesque canyon. More than a leisurely float, it’s an exhilarating progression of class II, III, and IV rapids, interspersed with quiet pools and delicate waterfalls. A must-see on any Pacific Northwest vacation!

Zollers Outdoor Odysseys
www.zooraft.com

Wet Planet
www.wetplanetwhitewater.com

River Drifters
www.riverdrifters.net

Kayaking, SUP Paddleboarding, Windsurfing and More

Getting out on the waters of the Columbia River is a classic Pacific Northwest vacation adventure. Whether it’s high-speed kitesurfing or mellow SUP paddling, the Gorge has just the water sport to suit your fancy. Take a lesson with a pro, paddle out with a guide or rent your own gear and test the waters for yourself. Adventure calls!

Gorge Paddling Center
www.gorgekayaker.com

Big Winds
www.bigwinds.com

Hood River WaterPlay
www.hoodriverwaterplay.com

Golf the Gorge

If your definition of “getting your steps in” is driving, sinking or putting a golf ball around, then these scenic golf courses are for you. The Columbia Gorge has an array of choices to get you outdoors on your Pacific Northwest vacation.

Indian Creek Golf Course
www.indiancreekgolf.com

Elk Ridge Golf Course at Carson Hot Springs
www.elkridgegolfcourse.com

Beacon Rock Golf Course
www.beaconrockgolf.com

Hood River Golf Course & Country Club
www.hoodrivergolf.com

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