2 rescues made within 24 hrs on 'extremely hazardous' Rock of Ages trail: MultCo Sheriff

2 rescues made within 24 hrs on 'extremely hazardous' Rock of Ages trail: MultCo Sheriff

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office said they coordinated back-to-back rescue missions involving two separate hiking groups on the unmaintained Rock of Ages trail within 24 hours this week. Located within the Columbia River Gorge's Horsetail Falls trail system, the Rock of Ages trail has not been maintained since the 2017 Eagle [...]

Multnomah County Sheriff's Office Complete Two Search and Rescue Missions in Columbia River Gorge

Multnomah County Sheriff's Office Complete Two Search and Rescue Missions in Columbia River Gorge Hikers encouraged to check conditions and not rely solely on hiking apps. dawn.johnson Mon, 10/26/2026