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Day Hiking Catherine Creek Trail – Upper and Lower

Day Hiking Catherine Creek Trail – Upper and Lower

by Mark Zoller | Feb 21, 2020 | Columbia River Gorge, Washington and Oregon fun and outdoor activities, Family Activity, Hiking

Some days getting in on an easier hike is exactly what you need and others you’d like something a little bit tougher. For both, Catherine Creek fits the bill perfectly. Sitting midways up the wall of the Columbia River Gorge and just six miles east of Bingen,...
Mt. Hood – Climbing to the top!

Mt. Hood – Climbing to the top!

by Mark Zoller | Feb 20, 2020 | Columbia River Gorge, Washington and Oregon fun and outdoor activities, Hiking

The Columbia River Gorge has two terrific towers, one on each side. Mt. Adams to the north at over 12K feet and Mt. Hood to the south at over 11K feet. Mt. Hood is said to be the second most climbed mountain in the world and while I don’t know what qualifications...

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Customer Reviews

  •   This was our 3rd trip to Zollers over the last 10 years and our 5th rafting trip overall. We keep going back to Zollers because when it comes to... read more rafting it's not worth saving $10 a person, it's about getting the best outfit with the best gear and the best experience. Our 1st trip to Zollers was okay, our second was fantastic and our last was amazing. It's all about the guides and they have some of the best, however this year we got Ben. We cannot say enough good things about him, he took us not only on a rafting trip but an adventure. He takes the time to do the little things we will remember. We all go for whitewater, but it's the little moments like drinking from a spring, surfing a rapid, entering a cave, or running Husum Falls, you will get it all! You can tell Ben loves his job and does everything he can to help you have the best adventure possible. We were a group of 7 and he did everything and more than the boats of 4. He was very knowledgable, which for our family made an experience we will never forget. I will say Zollers should add $5 and add snacks and water for the group! Tips, bring your own dry bag for one cell phone, snacks. Where we recommend you buy the pictures, if you had your phone on the lower section, you'd get some unreal pictures, just beautiful!

    charlesmarch
    9/08/2019

  •   Zoller’s exceeded all expectations from the beginning to the end. Our guide, Graham was by far knowledgeable in how to steer the raft and also was giving us history... read more lessons of everything we passed from the rocks to the water pumps, homes and area. My kids absolutely had a great time and we will definitely return for more fun! Thanks Graham and Zoller’s for giving us more memorable moments on our trip!!!!

    808aww_right
    9/02/2019

  •   We have rafted all over the world and this was hands down our best trip. Why? Zoller's has their sh*t together. They are SO organized. We took a... read more Saturday morning trip which I recommend. It was less crowded. Their gear is great and the safety talk thorough. Don't let it scare you. You put in right at their base camp which is great and the trip is stunning. We did the middle and lower river and Silas was our guide. He is delightful and his love of the river is contagious. Make sure you do the waterfall. I was terrified but did not want to miss out. It is scary, but a very gentle landing (albeit wet) and the pictures they take of you are priceless. We will be back.

    LZim
    9/02/2019

  •   Saunders and Jake took is on the upper run of the White Salmon, what a fantastic trip. Real white water, real fun, real nice day.

    Semi-stable-genius
    8/31/2019

  •   I have been white water rafting for 40 years and Zollers is the best run company I have rafted with. Their headquarters and changing area are the best and... read more getting your equipment is done smoothly and efficiently. I have rafted the Klikitat River with Zollers and it is a fun class 3 river with quite a few rapids. I have rafted the White Swan River 3 times and just finished rafting the entire river. Zollers is the only company that takes guests as far up the river as they do. The upper run is a class 3-4 run with a class 4+ and a class 5 waterfall that can only be run at a lower water level during the summer. This is a run that is great for people who have been rafting before. It is the most exciting run on the river. The middle run is more class 2-3 with a lot of fun rapids and is a good river for those who want an introduction to rafting. The lower run is more class 2 with not a lot of rapids, but a lot of great scenery that would be great for families. Most of the guides have been with the company for years and the company has been in business for 40 years with the children and grandchildren of the original owner involved in the business. They have great customer service and the guides are knowledgeable and friendly. They give great instructions before the trip and are loud enough to hear instructions during the trip when going through rapids. The lunch was made at the headquarters and delivered to the lunch site on the river. The sandwiches were great and the cookies were home made. The only critique I would have is it would be nice to have fruit and to put the water in an ice chest to keep it cool. Over all, it is a great organization and I highly recommend it if you are looking for a great rafting experience at all levels. I had a great trip and will be willing to let Woody have a second chance on the upper run next year:-)

    500spencer
    8/31/2019

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