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About Stevenson, Washington
 Stevenson, Washington is located 45 miles from Portland, Oregon on the Washington side of the Columbia River Gorge. The 2010 Economic Leadership Forum will be held at Skamania Lodge in Stevenson. We recommend all flights be taken into Portland International Airport and that delegates rent a car for the remainder of the trip. Roads are likely to be wet, or even icy in mid-November. The state of Oregon has a winter driving guide for your reference.
Travel to Stevenson
From Portland: We recommend that those coming by air fly into the Portland International Airport, and drive to Stevenson. The drive is approximately one hour via I-84E through one of the most beautiful areas in Oregon or Washington. Continue east on I-84 until the Cascade Locks/Bridge of the Gods/Stevenson exit #44. Take the Bridge of the Gods across the Columbia River (toll bridge), and then turn east (right) on Highway 14. Immediately after entering Stevenson city limits (approx. 1½ miles), turn left onto Rock Creek Drive. Travel a short distance before turning left onto Skamania Lodge Way. [Directions]
From Seattle/Vancouver/North West: Travel I-5 South to I-205 South. Take exit 22 to I-84E, which travels along the Oregon side of the Gorge. Continue east on I-84 until the Cascade Locks/Bridge of the Gods/Stevenson exit #44. Take the Bridge of the Gods across the Columbia River (toll bridge), and then turn east (right) on Highway 14. Immediately after entering Stevenson city limits (approx. 1½ miles), turn left onto Rock Creek Drive. Travel a short distance before turning left onto Skamania Lodge Way. [Directions]
From Boise/Spokane/East: From Boise take I-84 West. From Spokane Take US-395 South to I-84 West. [Directions]
Attractions
Stevenson, on the Columbia River, is surrounded by terrific hiking destinations, beautiful waterfalls, cross country skiing and snowshoeing paths, golf courses, wineries, and other great activities. A few of the most popular Columbia River Gorge sites include:
Multnomah Falls
Located on the Oregon side of the Gorge, approximately a 15 minute drive from Skamania Lodge, Multnomah falls in the second tallest year-round waterfall in the United States (620 feet from top to bottom!) The waterfall can be enjoyed from the visitors center at its base; Benson Footbridge which crosses over the second tier of the waterfall and is a short and easy uphill walk from the base; or, if you're up for a hike, from a platform located at the top of the falls which offers beautiful views of the Columbia River Gorge.
Bonneville Dam
Bonneville Dam spans the Columbia River, providing energy for the Bonneville Power Administration. The dam features a fish ladder, and a visitors center which tells about the history of the dam and the Columbia River Gorge--how it came to be, the animals, and the native peoples.
Walking Man Brewing
Stevenson's award winning brewery is just two miles from Skamania Lodge and features beers for every taste. A terrific way to celebrate the culture of fine micro-brews shared by Oregon and Washington.
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