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Viewpoint · Columbia Gorge

Pioneer Point

1.5 mi round trip184 ft gainEasyDay hike: No permitOvernight: No permit
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Permits and reservations

Day hikeNo permit
No permit or reservation.
OvernightNo permit
No permit or reservation. Camp at least 200 ft from lakes and streams.

Outside wilderness and park boundaries, on Forest Service land. Matched from official boundaries and trail managers. Always confirm with the land manager before you go.

About the trail

Distance1.5 miRound trip, out and back
Elevation gain184 ftTotal climb, round trip
High point1,329 ftFrom elevation data

Overview

Pioneer Point is a viewpoint reached by a 1.5-mile round trip from Cape Horn Upper Trailhead. The route follows Cape Horn Trail to the viewpoint.

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What you need

Parking and passes

Forest Service trailhead: display a Northwest Forest Pass or an interagency pass (America the Beautiful).

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Getting there

The hike starts at Cape Horn Upper Trailhead. Save directions offline before you leave, since mountain roads often lose cell service.

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