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Cape Horn Viewpoint Loop via Cape Horn Trail, Cape Horn Falls, Windblown Fir Viewpoint and Pioneer Point
The Cape Horn Viewpoint Loop in Gifford Pinchot National Forest offers an immersive hiking experience with a variety of stunning landscapes. As you hike, you'll enjoy panoramic views of the Columbia River Gorge, including nearby peaks like Hamilton Mountain. The trail also passes the scenic Cape Horn Falls and features rugged terrain with rocky sections and steep inclines that lead to elevated viewpoints. Expect to see an array of native forests and possibly even peregrine falcons, depending on the season, with a few more challenging sections leading to a rewarding experience for hikers of moderate skill. #Hiking #Overlook #River #Gorge #Forest #Nature
- Distance: 6.5 mi
- Elevation gain: 1,867 ft
- Maximum elevation: 1,273 ft
- Elevation loss: 1,860 ft
- Minimum elevation: 144 ft
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- Distance: 6.5 mi
- Elevation gain: 1,867 ft
- Maximum elevation: 1,273 ft
- Elevation loss: 1,860 ft
- Minimum elevation: 144 ft
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Name: Cape Horn Viewpoint Loop via Cape Horn Trail, Cape Horn Falls, Windblown Fir Viewpoint and Pioneer Point trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track
End: Cape Horn Trail, Skamania County, Washington, 97010, United States (45.58937 -122.17870)
Coordinates: 45.56722 -122.20392 45.59203 -122.17842
Topography: Skamania County topographic map, elevation, terrain
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