Glamping in Washington’s Columbia River Gorge

Under Canvas Columbia River Gorge

2025 Dates: May 29th – October 27th

Under Canvas Columbia River Gorge is a breathtaking 120-acre property in Washington’s picturesque White Salmon River Valley, known for its towering peaks, famed waterfalls, and many wineries. Surrounded by forested hillsides and the majestic Cascade Mountains, it offers spectacular views in every direction – including of nearby Mount Hood. Featuring upscale, outdoor accommodations, a main lobby tent adorned with local artwork and contemporary furnishings, cafe-style dining and outdoor lounge areas, our first Pacific Northwest location offers an elevated outdoor experience in one of the country’s most beautiful regions. Conveniently located 45 minutes from Oregon’s Mount Hood and an hour from Portland, Under Canvas Columbia River Gorge is the perfect Washington glamping getaway for those seeking a nature-filled adventure.

Recognition

"We’re thrilled to now have a presence in the Pacific Northwest, home to both adventurous people who love spending time in nature and spectacularly beautiful outdoor destination, recreation, food and wine."
The Seattle Times
"At the center of the property will be a lobby tent, where guests can plan their daily mountain biking, rafting, or winery-hopping adventures with the help of an on-site experience coordinator."
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Amenities

Organic Bath Products

Organic Bath Products

Upscale, organic bath products stocked in your ensuite bathroom

On-Site Dining

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Our menu embraces both seasonality and locally sourced produce

Experience Coordinator

Adventures Concierge

Let us help you plan the adventure of a lifetime

USB Battery Packs

USB Battery Packs

Charge your devices using our bedside battery packs

Fire Pit & S'mores

Fire Pits & Smores

Nightly fires and complimentary s’mores available

Camp Programming

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Live music, morning yoga, kids activities and more

West Elm Furnishings

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West Elm furnishings adorn our expansive lobby tents

From wineries to whitewater rafting The Columbia River Gorge provides the ultimate outdoor getaway

Known for its vast canyon carved by the Columbia River, the Gorge is an outdoor and cultural mecca known for its variety of adventures, lively local breweries and wineries, and nearby quaint towns such as White Salmon, WA and Hood River, OR. From rafting and kayaking the White Salmon River to guided Mount Hood hikes and biking through the Pacific Northwest’s wine country – there’s something for every adventurer. Whether you’re looking to explore the scenic beauty of the Columbia River Gorge or simply enjoy some rest and relaxation, Under Canvas Columbia River Gorge is the perfect base camp for your next Washington adventure.

Directions & Travel Info

Directions from Portland International Airport

Start by getting on I-205 South from NE Airport Way. Follow I-205 South for 1.4 miles, then take exit 22 to merge onto I-84 East/US-30 East toward The Dalles. Continue on I-84 East for 34.7 miles. Take exit 44 for US-30 East toward Cascade Locks/Stevenson. After exiting, continue onto Cascade Locks Hwy/US-30/Wa Na Pa St, then take a slight right onto Bridge of the Gods/Toll House Park. Continue on Bridge of the Gods (toll road) into Washington. Turn right onto WA-14 East and follow it for 5.9 miles. At the traffic circle, take the 1st exit to stay on WA-14 East and continue for 16.1 miles. Turn left onto WA-141 Alt/WA-141 Alternative North and follow for 2.2 miles. Continue on WA-141 North for another 7.9 miles. At BZ Corner, take a right onto Glenwood Road. Drive 1.1 miles and take a sharp right onto Mount Adams Orchard Road. After 1.1 mile take a final right onto Oak Ridge Road where you will find signs for Under Canvas Columbia River Gorge*.

Directions from Boise, ID

Follow I-84 W to Button Bridge Rd in Hood River for 365 miles. Then take exit 64 for Mt Hood Highway toward US-3. Turn right onto Button Bridge Rd (toll road) and continue for 495 feet. Button Bridge Rd turns slightly right and becomes Hood River Bridge (toll road), crossing into Washington, and continue for 1.0 mile. Turn left onto WA-14 W and follow for 1.5 miles. Turn right onto WA-141 Alt/WA-141 Alternative North and continue for 2.2 miles. WA-141 Alt/WA-141 Alternative North turns right and becomes WA-141 North. Continue on WA-141 North for another 7.9 miles. At BZ Corner, take a right onto Glenwood Road. Drive 1.1 miles and take a sharp right onto Mount Adams Orchard Road. After 1.1 mile take a final right onto Oak Ridge Road where you will find signs for Under Canvas Columbia River Gorge*.

Directions from Spokane, Washington

Stary by getting on I-90 West. Continue on I-90 West for 58.6 miles. Keep right to continue on US-395 South, following signs for Ritzville/Pasco, and continue for 73.6 miles. Take the exit onto I-182 West/US-395 South toward Richland/Pendleton and follow for 2.4 miles. Take exit 12A for US-395 South toward Kennewick/Pendleton, then continue onto I-182/US-395 South for 0.1 miles. Continue onto US-395 South for 1.7 miles. Use any lane to take the US-395 South exit toward Kennewick/Pendleton and continue for 0.2 miles. Continue onto US-395 South for 5.0 miles.

Use the left 2 lanes to merge onto I-82 East/US-395 South via the ramp to Umatilla/Pendleton and continue to follow I-82 East into Oregon for 30.6 miles. Take the exit onto I-84 West toward Portland and follow for 115 miles. Take exit 64 for Mt Hood Hwy toward US-30/OR-35/White Salmon/Govt. Camp.

After exiting, turn right onto Button Bridge Rd (toll road) and continue for 495 feet. Button Bridge Rd turns slightly right and becomes Hood River Bridge (toll road), crossing into Washington.  Continue for 1.0 mile. Turn left onto WA-14 West and drive for 1.5 miles. Turn right onto WA-141 Alt/WA-141 Alternative North and follow for 2.2 miles. WA-141 Alt/WA-141 Alternative North turns right and becomes WA-141 North. Continue on WA-141 North for another 7.9 miles. At BZ Corner, take a right onto Glenwood Road. Drive 1.1 miles and take a sharp right onto Mount Adams Orchard Road. After 1.1 mile take a final right onto Oak Ridge Road where you will find signs for Under Canvas Columbia River Gorge*.

*Please note that Google and Apple maps direct guests to turn right on Oak Ridge Road from Hwy 141. This route is not recommended as it is a local road.

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Columbia River Gorge FAQs

Culinary

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Food and Beverage at Under Canvas
Seasonal and Thoughtfully Sourced Menu

Signature menu featuring regionally sourced seafood items, craft brews, and wine from nearby wineries.

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Nightly S'mores

For dessert, you become the chef with our complimentary s'mores packs and nightly campfires.

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Cheers!

Choose from a selection of wines, beers and cocktails to enjoy during dinner or around the campfire.

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Grab N Go Food Options at Under Canvas
Grab N Go Options

On the run for a day full of adventures? Snag breakfast, lunch or snacks to enjoy on the road, or trail.

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Breakfast at Embers Cafe
Rise and Shine

Enjoy tasty and nutritious breakfasts items and morning beverages just steps from your tent.

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Al fresco dining
Dining Al Fresco

Dine with unparalled views of Mount Hood just minutes from the Columbia River Gorge.

Book at Under Canvas Locations Across the U.S.

Under Canvas has destinations throughout the U.S., near some of the nation’s most iconic national parks and extraordinary landscapes. Book your stay at Under Canvas Columbia River Gorge and continue the adventure at Under Canvas Yosemite, Under Canvas North Yellowstone – Paradise Valley, Under Canvas Glacier and beyond.

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