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Columbia River Gorge
The Memaloose Hills lie east of the little town of Mosier, Oregon. It is across the Columbia River from the Catherine Creek Recreation Area.
In early spring the area is well known for its colorful wildflowers.
Looking down the Columbia River Gorge from Memaloose Hills
In early December there were no wildflowers, but it was a fun day to be hiking nevertheless. There was sunshine, and in places there was a cold, gusty wind to deal with.
The oak leaves crunched under my boots as I followed the trail. Deer tracks and black bear sign were commonplace.
At the higher elevations the views were far-ranging up and down the Columbia River Gorge.
I look forward to returning in several months when the wildflowers begin to bloom.
Trail to higher of Memaloose Hills
Oregon White Oak
Mt. Hood in distance
Bear sign and Balsamroot
Higher Memaloose Hill from lower one
Mature Ponderosa Pine growing in the Oak Savannah
A hazard of hiking – – – smash-and-grabbers!
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