Pacific Northwest’s Top 25 - Washington, Oregon and the Pacific Northwest - page 21

Pacific Northwest's Top 25

Columbia River Gorge

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19 Carved out by the mighty Columbia as the Cascades uplifted, the

Columbia River Gorge ( Click here ) is a geologic marvel. With Washing-
ton state on its north side and Oregon to its south, the state-dividing gorge offers
countless waterfalls and spectacular hikes, as well as agricultural bounties of
apples, pears and cherries. And if you're into windsurfing or kiteboarding, then
head straight to the sporty town of Hood River ( Click here ) , ground zero for these
extreme sports. Whether you're a hiker, fruit-lover or adrenaline junkie, the gorge
delivers.