Columbia River Gorge
Cascade Locks, Oregon
City
Small river city at the Bridge of the Gods
Cascade Locks is a small city on the Columbia River at the Bridge of the Gods, where the historic canal and locks bypassed the Cascades rapids.
History & Local Character
The city was built in the 1890s to house workers building the canal and locks, which opened in 1896. The Bridge of the Gods crosses to Washington.
Housing & Real Estate
Housing is mostly single-family homes and some vacation properties, with prices moderate for the gorge.
Restaurants & Shopping
The city has a few cafes and restaurants near the river and the bridge, with more options in Hood River, 20 minutes east.
Schools & Education
Cascade Locks students attend Hood River County School District schools, with an elementary school in town.
Parks & Recreation
Marine Park, the Bridge of the Gods and the Pacific Crest Trail offer river access and hiking, and the Eagle Creek trailheads are nearby.
Transportation & Accessibility
I-84 and US 30 serve the city, with Columbia Area Transit buses linking to Hood River and Portland.
Local Businesses
CafesOutdoor outfittersSmall innsRiver tours
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Nearby Attractions
- Bridge of the Gods
- Marine Park
- Eagle Creek
- Pacific Crest Trail
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Riverfront setting
- Bridge of the Gods access
- Pacific Crest Trail nearby
Considerations
- Very limited services
- Wind and rain
- Small job base
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Bridge of the Gods?
It is a steel truss bridge across the Columbia at Cascade Locks, named for a legendary Native American land bridge. It carries the Pacific Crest Trail between Oregon and Washington.