A family friendly trail that’s open all year, the Klickitat Trail takes visitors around the Swale Canyon and along the gentle Swale Creek for a unique experience with nature. The trail starts by following the first 31 miles of an old unused railroad corridor that used to serve as a link between the towns of Goldendale and Lyle. The path then diverges into a unique trail that winds along the nationally designated Wild and Scenic River area of the Columbia River Gorge. From here, hikers can take their families of an exploration of the canyon rim rock or pass along the balsamroot and flower covered slopes of the area. You’ll come across eye catching geologic formations and spectacular sceneries dotted with colorful wildflowers, beautiful hills, and awe-inspiring wildlife like the bald eagle. Map

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