Ensuring the Gorge remains a vibrant, living place—wondrous, wild, and open to all—is at the core of what we do. We are Friends of the Columbia Gorge, the only conservation organization entirely dedicated to protecting, preserving, and stewarding the Columbia Gorge for future generations.

About Friends
Centering Conservation Through Tribal Perspectives

Centering Conservation Through Tribal Perspectives

Friends participates in an initiative with a goal of restoring access and ownership of lands to Indigenous people.

Nancy Russell: A Force for Nature

Nancy Russell: A Force for Nature

View photo essay and order Bowen Blair's book about Friends' founder.

Creating a World-Class Trekking Network Encircling the Gorge

Creating a World-Class Trekking Network Encircling the Gorge

Learn more about the initiative to create a 200-mile loop trail network in the Gorge.


Amateur Photographer Wins Grand Prize in Friends' Eighth Annual Photo Contest

News & Updates

Amateur Photographer Wins Grand Prize in Friends' Eighth Annual Photo Contest

Tuesday, May 9, 2023

Winning image of water, sun, and mist at Wahclella Falls captivates judging panel in Friends of the Columbia Gorge’s photo contest celebrating "Treasures in Hi-Res."



Hardy Ridge Dog-Friendly Hike

Events

Hardy Ridge Dog-Friendly Hike

Tuesday, June 6, 2023

Difficulty level: Strenuous: 7 miles | 1,000-ft elev. gain