Washington side of The Gorge, things to do

[JackieLovesSun]

I can't read the story at the link because I don't have NYT subscription. :-(

[StealthRabbit]

Originally Posted by JackieLovesSun

I can't read the story at the link because I don't have NYT subscription. :-(

as always... use an incognito browser. (Or search for other copies / library feeds)

[pnwguy2]

Here is some Oregon love for the Washington side:

https://www.oregonlive.com/travel/20...he_washin.html

I will add that perhaps the biggest tourist attraction on the near WA side is (sadly) Legends Casino in Toppenish, though it is an hour+ from the river. It is the closest major casino for the central gorge, though there is another out east in Pendleton.

[jacqueg]

Originally Posted by JackieLovesSun

OK, I didn't really understand Dave51lin's post and I'm not clear on yours, either. I know Dave is talking about a movie where something bad is happening - so, he is trying to take a crap on Oregon?? WTF?

and what do you mean, who are the Bees?

Not a movie.

Look up the history of the Columbia Gorge National Scenic Area.

Long story made way too simplistic - Oregonians wanted to limit development in the Gorge, Washingtonians wanted more development. Salmon survival and Indian treaty rights were also factors in the mix.

That's been 30 years ago. For some people, it's still a hot issue.

The Gorge is a really great place to live, so take your pick -

a) it's great because its designation as a scenic area worked
b) it's great in spite of its designation as a scenic area

[jacqueg]

Originally Posted by JackieLovesSun

I can't read the story at the link because I don't have NYT subscription. :-(

This may work - https://outline.com

Also, just try googling the name of the NYT article. NYT articles are often picked up by other newspapers, and are run with no change in the headline.

The Oregonian had extensive independent coverage of the Bea house controversy, and IIRC, Willamette Week did also.

[JackieLovesSun]

Originally Posted by pnwguy2

Here is some Oregon love for the Washington side:

https://www.oregonlive.com/travel/20...he_washin.html

I will add that perhaps the biggest tourist attraction on the near WA side is (sadly) Legends Casino in Toppenish, though it is an hour+ from the river. It is the closest major casino for the central gorge, though there is another out east in Pendleton.

what an excellent link, thank you so much for posting it. who knew Stevenson had live webcams?

[StealthRabbit]

unfortunately Bonneville Hot Springs is closed (again)

Carson Hot Springs is still open, but it is a bath-house / not swimming and spa.

Skamania Lodge library (2nd level) is a great place for a stormy winter day.