White Salmon River
White Salmon River
Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
902 Wasco Avenue
Suite 200
Hood River, Oregon 97031
Designated Reach: November 17, 1986. From its confluence with Gilmer Creek, near the town of B Z Corner, to its confluence with Buck Creek.
Classification/Mileage: Scenic -- 9.0 miles; Total -- 9.0 miles.
Churning rapids and unique beauty draw visitors to the clear, blue White Salmon River. The White Salmon flows from the wilds of Mt. Adams through alpine meadows, thick forests, and sheer walled canyons to the Columbia River. Glacial waters combine with cold, clear springs and support a lush, green ribbon of plant life through the dry, pine-oak woodlands. Continuous rapids, waterfalls, and abrupt drops challenge boaters of advanced skill.