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Catherine Creek - Natural Arch
Southwest Washington
updated 4 months ago
The trail offers a variety of experiences, with wildflowers still visible on the rocks, particularly along the lower trail as of March 25. The creek crossing is manageable with rocks and boards, though some reports note they can be lopsided and require careful stepping March 25 and April 3. The upper trail is described as narrow and rocky, making boots and poles advisable. Wildflowers are a prominent feature, with specific blooms like bitterroot starting to appear in April, and a good selection noted on the paved Universal trail. Parking can be busy, with many vehicles at the trailhead by noon on a March 25 report. A porta-potty is available across the street at the accessible trailhead.
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The upper trail is described as narrow and rocky in places. Hikers have recommended sturdy boots and poles for this section.
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Older4 months ago
Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - WA
We hiked the loop clockwise, taking the trail along Catherine Creek below the arch first, then looped back above the arch.The lower trail is wide and partially shaded with purple and blue wildflowers ...
Older5 months ago
Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - WA
I’m down in the Gorge for my annual spring wildflower trip, and after battling the crowds on a few other hikes, I chose this quieter corner this afternoon.I started by doing the Natural Arch loop coun...
Older5 months ago
Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - WA
Parked at Catherine Creek TH, hiked to the arch, then backtracked a bit and went up Atwood Road to Coyote Wall Trail, from there, took the trail to Maui Falls on the way down, and then took the Labyri...
Older6 months ago
Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - WA
This is the perfect time of year for the gorge. Blue sky, warm breeze and flowers. The early spring flowers aren’t as showy as the balsam root and lupine that will show up in a few weeks so the crowds...
Older6 months ago
Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - WA
Many vehicles were at the TH when we arrived at noon. We began our meander of the loop trail by going clockwise. The day was in the high 50's, but very windy! The flowers on the rocks as you drop down...
Older7 months ago
Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - WA
After we ate lunch we meandered the trail to the Natural Arch to see if there were many wildflowers in that area. Very few flowers seen. Bob said the area was "well seasoned" as the main flower seen w...
Older8 months ago
Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - WA
The trail is open. Although this area burned in the 2025 Burdoin Fire the trail is now open. Grasses are greening up the burn area but there is plenty of evidence of the fire (scorched trees, charred...
Older10 months ago
Southwest Washington > Columbia River Gorge - WA
The Catherine Creek Trails recently opened after the July Burdoin fire. There were only 4 other cars at the TH when we arrived a little before noon. We walked to the Natural Arch Area and then returne...
Older17 months ago
Southwest Washington
After eating lunch we meandered to the damaged plank bridge across Catherine Creek hoping to see blooming Dutchman's Breeches which we have seen in the past, but none were to be found. Near the start...
Older17 months ago
Southwest Washington
EDIT: The full loop that I did was actually the Tracy Hill loop. Apparently when I walked up above the arch, that was the western portion of the Catherine Creek loop. So I did not go on the eastern po...