You’re here because you love the Gorge; it’s time to turn that passion into impact to help us protect the places we live, recreate, work, and celebrate. Friends of the Columbia Gorge is the only conservation group entirely dedicated to protecting, preserving, and stewarding the Gorge and we’d love for you to join us.
Thank you for joining with us to protect the Columbia Gorge!
To donate by mail, please send your check to:
Friends of the Columbia Gorge,
123 N.E. 3rd Ave., Suite 108
Portland, OR 97232
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Latest News
Keep updated on Friends' work, news stories, and the work happening in the Columbia Gorge.
Heartleaf Bluffs. Photo by Paloma Ayala.
Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Friends’ Land Trust
October 10, 2025
This fall marks the 20th anniversary of Friends of the Columbia Gorge Land Trust—a bold idea that transformed advocacy into lasting stewardship. Since 2004, the land trust has protected over 1,700 acres across 19 preserves, from beloved hiking destinations to vital wildlife habitat, ensuring the Gorge’s landscapes endure for generations to come.
2025 Legislative Sessions: Wins and Challenges in Oregon and Washington
October 5, 2025
During Oregon and Washington’s 2025 legislative sessions, Friends of the Columbia Gorge secured key wins for recreation access, landowner liability protections, and the Columbia River Gorge Commission’s funding. While not every proposal advanced, the sessions brought significant progress toward stronger conservation, climate, and community policies protecting the Gorge.
Wildflowers at Mosier Plateau. Photo by Cate Hotchkiss.
Small Trail, Big Legacy: Povey Family Donates Easement at Mosier Plateau
September 30, 2025
A new permanent easement now secures the beloved trail linking Mosier’s Pocket Park to the Mosier Plateau Preserve, thanks to the generosity of the Povey family. Years in the making, this project highlights the power of community partnerships in preserving recreation access and protecting the Gorge’s natural beauty.