Washougal, WA

Travel Guide

The Columbia River - Oregon
Washington View From The Vista House
Cape Horn Viewpoint - Washougal, WA
I drove down to the Camas pier to get some photos of the sun setting on Mt. Hood.  No sooner had I arrived than I heard the familiar whistling sounds of a pair of Bald Eagles.  I looked up in time to see a pair maybe thirty feet above me.

However, this is not a nesting pair.  One of these females is trying to chase the other out of her territory.  It is difficult to tell which one is doing the chasing and which one is being chased.  

The two veered off and curled back towards the West without giving me any clear indication of whose territory was being protected.

However, I did get to see this, which was a nice bonus for a supposedly "scenics only" day.
The trail drops abruptly at what all would consider its end about a mile away from the trailhead.  Fortunately or not, this last mile is actually an old country road that passes a few hundred feet below the gorge highway (State Highway 14) only to intersect with it at the very end.

Technically speaking, this last stretch of road is part of the Cape Horn Trail, and is picturesque enough to warrant that categorization.

The Annual Vacation Sale

Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save.
The Paramount Hotel

The Paramount Hotel

3.5 out of 5
808 SW Taylor St Portland OR
$99 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$114 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,259 reviews)
Nice enough for medical treatment at OHSU

Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026

The Paramount Hotel
Park Lane Suites and Inn

Park Lane Suites and Inn

2.5 out of 5
809 SW King Avenue Portland OR
$99 nightly
The price is $115 total per night from Mar 23 to Mar 24
$115 total
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,666 reviews)
The section I was assigned to was an older room that had been upgraded. The street light was directly outside the window and the drapes were too thin to block the light. The bathroom light was connected to the very LOUD fan which you could hear from other rooms. Air conditioning. And on and off like ...

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Park Lane Suites and Inn
Cambria Hotel Portland - Pearl District

Cambria Hotel Portland - Pearl District

3 out of 5
165 NW Park Ave Portland OR
$115 nightly
The price is $133 total per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
$133 total
Apr 5 - Apr 6
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Moda Center and Oregon Zoo are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (326 reviews)
We’ve stayed here twice and love the property; walking distance to great places to eat and a nice park across the street; easy street parking as well.

Reviewed on Mar 15, 2026

Cambria Hotel Portland - Pearl District
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Inn at Northrup Station

Inn at Northrup Station

3 out of 5
2025 NW Northrup Street Portland OR
Stay at this aparthotel in Portland. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,162 reviews)
We loved our stay here, and would definitely stay again if we're ever in need of a hotel in Portland. Free coffee machine in the lobby at all times. Free breakfast from 6:30-9:30 includes bagels, toast, english muffins, yogurt, fruit, juice, cold cereals. Friendly front desk staff. The room we stayed ...

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2026

Inn at Northrup Station
The Hide & Seek: vintage modern forest cabin with sauna

The Hide & Seek: vintage modern forest cabin with sauna

Rhododendron OR
Stay at this cabin in Rhododendron. Enjoy a sauna, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Mountain Sports and The Courses at Resort at the Mountain ...
10/10 Exceptional! (91 reviews)
Very nice host! Beautiful space. So much attention to detail. Gorgeous views of the forest.

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

The Hide & Seek: vintage modern forest cabin with sauna
Exquisite Historic Suite Close to Downtown  14-21673

Exquisite Historic Suite Close to Downtown 14-21673

Portland OR
Stay at this vacation home in Portland. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Moda Center and Oregon Zoo are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (517 reviews)
Quick overnight stay. Comfy, clean and beautiful.

Reviewed on Mar 12, 2026

Exquisite Historic Suite Close to Downtown 14-21673
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Things to do

Reviews of Washougal

4
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
3
5 - Excellent 13%
4 - Good
17
4 - Good 71%
3 - Okay
4
3 - Okay 17%
2 - Disappointing
0
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
0
1 - Terrible 0%

3/5 - Okay

Upset

It’s okay.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Great experience in a pretty area on the river.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Couldn’t find the downtown but quick drive to Camas which was adorable

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Nothing to do there, was recommended to go to the next town over.

5/5 - Excellent

Lizzy

Love Washougal! Beautiful sweet people.

4/5 - Good

TQ

Pretty out along the river road. Quiet town with hidden gems for you to find and discover.

Cities near Washougal

Explore a world of travel with Expedia