Camping by the Columbia River Gorge in my Airstream | Things to do in Cascade Locks, OR

[@ryancrouch3238]

I love Oregon and Washington!!

[@susanhirtzel8410]

Welcome to the Pacific Northwest and our beautiful Columbia River Gorge. Sometimes those of us who live here forget what a magical place it is. Thanks for the reminder and the lovely pictures of the gorge.

[@kenmcclow8963]

Even 30 years isn't enough, although the rainy winters sometimes get a little old. However that's what the green stuff needs. I like how you can just be driving along and go around a bend and suddenly there is a postcard view. With the light amount of smoke we are getting from BC right now the sunsets and sunrises are unbelievable

[@naturalflow157]

I absolutely love your creative spirit and the very inspirational journey you guys have shared with us. It is truly soothing and relaxing to just watch how you experience your life and show us the world. I lived in California for a few years, and you bring me a lot of great memories. As someone who has been struggling with overwhelming work and fear to quit and get to adventures again, you inspire me to make that transition. I am just getting goosebumps from sharing this with you. Sending you much love, safe adventures and wishing you the best :)

[@stargirlofantares9053]

Sarah, I’ve lived in NW Oregon my whole life & have always thought Cascade Locks was a place to drive through to get to the other side of the state! You made it come alive! I’ve hiked in the gorge but never did the hikes you did or driven on that scenic part of the highway where you passed all the waterfalls. In fact I’m kind of confused about the whole thing. I’ve never driven up to Vista House. Only been to the gift shop at Multnomah Falls & crossed BotG on the way home from Leavenworth WA. I highly recommend visiting there. Touristy, but fun, and am sure there must be camping/boondocking nearby. Anyway, I just never knew there was so much to do in Cascade Locks!! Amazing footage you got!! Can’t believe you weren’t going to do a video!! A+ on videography & content!! You go girl!! Thanks! ♥️

[@Jmaninaz1]

Wow, absolutely stunning scenery, and you do a beautiful job showing it to us--you really have a gift for videography, as it feels like I am watching something professionally produced on Travel Channel or Nat Geo. Well done! I have 2 rescue dogs, so seeing you and Rue having so much fun hiking and exploring the various areas is priceless--I have to say, though, Rue is 10 times braver than me when hiking near the edge of some of those drop offs. Not sure I'd take my two on those kinds of hikes (although we've done plenty of mountain hiking), as I have a feeling they'd plan to "accidentally" send me flying over the side of one of those cliffs to pay me back for not giving them as many treats as they'd like to have! Anyway, safe travels and I look forward to the next one.

[@rrichardson53]

All familiar spots in this video as I live in the area (retired) so hike in the gorge every day. We love Cascade Locks and Thunder Island. Your dog is so handsome, love your airstream and your “filming “ is impeccable!!

[@SgtGold3]

I’m new to your channel, but I have really enjoyed your content. I really admire your courage to live this new lifestyle. It makes me a little jealous. You should feel proud to be strong enough to do what most aren’t willing to do. I’m looking forward to your adventures ahead. Maybe you can bring your Airstream to the Great Smoky Mountains one day.

[@SkylinersYeti]

The Cascade Mountain Range was named because of the huge number of cascading streams. (water falls). I live in Central Oregon Cascades. I could spend a life time exploring and never see everything. Once again Keep up the good work.

[@karendavis7880]

Hi Sarah! I live in Hood River and work for the US Forest Service and I am so glad this video bubbled up on my feed. So interesting that I drove to Portland this afternoon and came back this evening and took a detour on the Historic Columbia River Hwy (Exit 28-35 which is considered the waterfall corridor). I made a stop at Oneonta Gorge to take some pics and the sun was setting when I got there. I was treated to an unexpected surprise which appeared to be a bald eagle family--the parents training their fledged babies...they seemed to be practicing flying from one tree to another. Anyway, it made me so happy! I pinch myself every day, especially when driving around and I always really enjoy those trains...not sure if your viewers know we have them going back and forth on both sides of the Columbia River. Glad you had a great experience - and you're right! There is SO much more to explore...you'll definitely need to hit the Gifford Pinchot Forest to the north and the Mt Hood to the south. Hit me up if you want any recommendations. BTW, I'm obsessed with Airstreams. Safe travels to you and your sweet dog.

[@susane4078]

Love the spectacular waterfalls, lush greenery with mountains backdrop! Looks as if you are happy that you purchased your Airstream.

[@pattyk8594]

Beautiful video! You did a great job showing it to us. That Airstream looks awesome, I would think it's exciting to live in it.

[@fabonikinicole]

Hey Sarah! Great video as always! You are a total badazz 🔥. It takes strength to face fears! Congratulations and cheers to your next adventure 🤩

[@kimberly1567]

Your area review was perfect and thorough. Thank you. for your efforts and sharing.

[@SkylinersYeti]

Welcome back to Oregon. We often boon dock just west of John Day Dam. If the wind is blowing the area is full of windsurfers. We have found them to be very friendly. We would park back from the river so to have a great view of the river and windsurfers. The only advice I would give is to make sure you park east to west. The winds that make windsurfing so popular and be a little unnerving in a travel trailer. We spend a lot of time exploring Central and Eastern Oregon. Check out Alvord Desert. The best night skies I have ever seen were there. Keep up the good work an enjoy life.

[@lettyzane2720]

I’m so excited for my road trip in May 2025. This is a must see for me

[@leslieobrien4690]

The wind is loud too. We used to live in The Dalles, OR (east of Cascade Locks). But the most beautiful area where I’ve ever lived!

[@karlyd7274]

Glad you were able to enjoy the Columbia River Gorge. I lived in Hood River for 12 years. Excited to be following your journey. ♥Rue!

[@grahamclayton1445]

What a great job you do filming!. Really enjoy your videos Sarah, good luck with everything 😊

[@PacificAirwave144]

I'd never heard it called Thunder Island before, but I was out there with the camera 8-10 years ago and there was the most amazing lightning storm. I must've seen a dozen lightning hits on the peaks above Cascade Locks in those 45 minutes. Dark boiling clouds, loud booming thunder...it was awesome!

[@ketorising81]

Wow, what a beautiful spot. I can’t wait to get into RV life, and it’s really nice to see yourself and Rue really hit your stride.

[@thepinkyprincesspoetc.a.5767]

I have only seen the gorge once and that was in 1987 when I took my Datsun B2 10 five speed 1976 little blue car all over and it was a beautiful beautiful place❤️ it looks like you’re having the time of your life sweetie🌈💚

[@GoBearrister]

Thank you for this video! I’ve been researching a 1.5 week Oregon RV road trip and have been trying to figure out where to stay in the Columbia River Gorge. Glad to say that we now have reservations at Cascade Locks campground - your video really convinced me! Great content also. Nice mix of information with relevant clips/b-roll.

[@Stainless_Steel_Rat.]

Columbia River good choice! it's a beautiful drive, I always get distracted looking at the scenery when I drive through it. If your lucky you might see the big horn mountain goats along the road.

[@sandym198]

We have visited the area by car but can’t wait to do it in our 20 ft Bambi. We feel the same way about our RV and await more exciting adventures! Love your videos!

[@swampdweller5]

I think you would really enjoy hiking the PCT. Great video!

[@jamesstark1750]

I look forward to buying my own Airstream and taking the back roads across America! This trip is now in my RV wish list!

[@whatthefunkwasithinking7645]

Awesome Video Sarah!! I hiked the PCT in 2016 & I am heading back to Cascade Locks for their PCT Trail Days Festival in a few weeks. Thanks for the tips, I'm looking forward to exploring by car this time!! Happy Adventuring!!

[@barryread3672]

So beautiful! It's brutal hot in the SE US now. Would probably enjoy the mellow temps of the NW. Thanks for sharing.

[@mt.sylvania9218]

Cool channel and always great to see another new RVer joining the fold. Either people are into figuring out the details of the RVing lifestyle or they aren’t and you clearly are! Couple minor items on your setup- put a cheap pressure regulator on your black tank flush hose (I regularly dump at a sewage treatment plant dump station and it has high pressure water) and if you are thinking about a generator, Honda has a new 3200 watt fuel injected 59 pound model, the EU3200i. This has the power to start your air conditioner. That’s quite a drop in weight, I’ve got their 12 year old 3000 watt EU3000is and it weighs 134 lbs.

[@simplycallmet]

You have to find your way to Canon Beach, oh my the endless coast, super dog friendly and trails are breathtaking, highly recommend.

[@waden404]

Wow! Just....wow! Having driven 84 east and west (in a semi) several times, it is gorgeous. U showed me what i cant see from my drivers seat. As for Portland......yeah, no need to ever go there again. Great video. Makes me want to change careers and do what u do.

[@boring.doerings]

You should go across to Washington and take your self to Troutlake, Wa to Mt. Adams…you would not be disappointed!

[@grayeagleswolves]

Hi Sarah And Rue what a great Video Sarah I have a Question have you ever seen Glacier National Park that is one Epic drive 4 hrs to the top and then walk each trail and then 4 hrs down and the towns are like you've stepped back in time ( Might be something to see one day in Montana )

[@johnpeppers3784]

We used to walk on the bridge after we played basketball against Cascade Locks in high school many years ago

[@gklJC]

Another lovely, fun video. You are right beside the Pacific Crest Trail making it super special. Thanks for sharing.

[@Rink03]

Next time you come here and go on the Washington side, try visiting the Skamania County Lodge, love to have you. (thats a Right turn at the end of the Bridge of the Gods, and not far from it is the left turn to the Lodge)

[@DjinnRummy]

You’re such an inspiration Sarah! I’m gearing up to live full time in a 16 ft airstream caravel and I love watching your adventures and how you are getting by with this new lifestyle. Also, I lived in Oregon for 18 years and still didn’t see all the incredible sights it has to offer! I’ve been away from oregon for 2 years now and am just starting to miss it… this video definitely gave me pangs of homesickness for my beautiful old home, glad you had such a great time there. Sending lots of love and light ✨💛✨

[@laracorkrey]

Ha! We've stayed in exactly that spot, number 10, twice now. It's one of our favorite places when heading out or back from California. If you get a chance, visit again in the fall. The color of the changing trees is breathtaking with all the waterfalls in the background.

[@larrywiddis470]

It is the freedom that RVs offer that excites me the most. While being able and willing to dry camp/boondock increases the ability to pretty much stop where you wish. You've caught the bug for sure, Sarah! Looking forward to your next video.

[@joerosales1114]

Very nice video! I have to put this place on my bucket list!

[@Breezy3556]

Thx for the video it’s a beautiful place and now on my list of places to visit in the pnw

[@veeemit9719]

You would have loved the top of Multnomah Falls. I went up there many many years ago in 1975 and I still remember it fondly.

[@sholinwright2229]

So many things to do on mount hood. Follow the road up to the timberline lodge and they have skiing in July. Mountain biking, fishing, hiking, and skiing all in one day in July.

[@MS-lm6jx]

You have to hike Ramona Falls and Tamanawas Falls when you come back.

[@JasonMartinez-wv1gd]

Amazing views. Thanks, now I am looking at airstreams. I know no nothing about rvs, trying to learn.

[@conniesoares157]

You visited some of my favorite places there in OR area. The International Rose Garden has some beautiful roses there, Maltnoma Falls is awesome, Hood River town had some yummy eating..your camp site was lovely!

[@jonathanwhite9051]

Holy smokes! I stumbled upon your channel and I've traveled a fair amount on the Columbia and Snake Rivers all over! Seeing this made me miss it SO much cause it's simply a phenomenal area! Sadly, this summer I haven't done much camping in my RPod, maybe this fall I can spend more nights in it! Awesome video Sarah, thank you!

[@caravanstuff2827]

What your doing well effect how you live your life from this moment on...the "CALL OF THE OPEN ROAD " will never leave you!!!.😎💕🇺🇸

[@sandrap3047]

Beautiful area! I was there many years ago. Love watching your adventures with your beautiful dog!

[@marysaade4343]

Great video, amazing views

[@MegaVince09]

I thought your channel was more about the Airstream… but I enjoy your videos anyway!

[@NomadicSarah]

It started as a travel vlog so I am trying to throw these types of videos into the airstream mix as well! Glad you’re still enjoying. 😊

[@julieinak]

I enjoyed your video, Sarah.

[@Rosemary-gc4gk]

Live near the Gorge and it is spectacular! We’ve done all the things you got to do multiple times and it’s never enough! Welcome to our neighborhood! We are blessed to live here!

[@Ubon94]

Amazing camera work 👏

[@KatieT81]

So beautiful!

[@bartvoskulen3243]

Wow!! Just found your channel, look forward to following more of your travels. Thanks for sharing with us, greetings from Australia.

[@nickvillaume344]

Great tour!

[@bettyjorodgers8552]

Gun, great video. Thank you.

[@Sampson2833]

I lived in Portland OR for years…..you hit some (most) of the spots I LOVE about that area, it truly is amazing!

[@craftytraveler9238]

Thanks so much for this lovely video. I was in Washington in June but not in the same are. I am putting this area on my bucket list.

[@carenphilemon6045]

Beautiful scenery! You are so easy to listen to ! Enjoyed so much! Happy Adventures!

[@lilivicordero8077]

Awesome adventures

[@marysaade4343]

Beautiful ❤

[@boring.doerings]

They have the best ice cream cones at that little burger place!

[@kimkeever3692]

Wow! Way to live your best life, Sarah! Don't know where you're headed, but if you've never been to WA State's scenic areas and hikes, you'll find it has beauty that's similar to OR! Even great wineries, as well! Thanks for sharing your adventures and beautiful pictures!

[@herpiggy4857]

Thoroughly enjoying Your videos and adventures! Such a beautiful, unpretentious young lady. Do you perhaps have a Q & A planned in the near future?

[@NomadicSarah]

So glad you’re enjoying!! I have considered a Q&A video. Feel free to post any questions you have in the comments!

[@ijblessjourney]

Awesome spot, definitely on our bucket list. Thank you for sharing, very informative.

[@roserocker62]

Wow. Such beautiful scenery . Thank you for sharing your journey. It truly is amazing .. be safe Sara & Rue.

[@rambet12]

Loved you video and looking forward to more. I will be following in your footsteps in about a year and and I can hardly wait!

[@anthonycrisologo6262]

Sarah! Your videos are inspiring and amazing. Your are a wonderful videographer, I was captured from the first frame. Looking forward to seeing more of your adventures in the PNW!!!!!

[@jamiewalters4]

You ARE a total badass! Congrats on your awesome continuing adventure and all the wonderful things that come along with it !! Enjoying following along the journey!

[@katecombest3602]

Thanks for sharing !! Beautiful places need to see .

[@monikalenz2559]

You're parked in the same spot I had for 3 days in September! Fall was gorgeous there and I did nearly everything you did. Thanks for the memories! I hope to go back some day. Portland has the best book stores anywhere. I spent hours in Powell's, got back to my tiny trailer in the locks with a dozen books.

[@kimburnette3032]

Awesome!! Beautiful scenery would love to visit

[@patriciaburke2401]

Beautiful scenery! Just wondering how you support yourself? The gas alone must cost a lot! Thanks for sharing your wonderful adventures. Take care & God bless.

[@cherylsedore4414]

Beautiful!!! Your videos are great thanks for sharing ❤️

[@Inmotion-nr8kz]

What a beautiful area! Thanks for the video.

[@billiekennedy131]

I admire you. Stay safe and God bless

[@magicworldbyjorg]

..cool video keep up the great content.. Thank you…

[@oldyoungArt]

Gorgeous scene!

[@BrianAz]

SUBSCRIBED! Hey Sarah. KZbin led me to you as I have been preparing to retire with my wife and we are always looking for travel ideas. Fun and interesting videos and we are enjoying them. I have been catching up on your videos and started from the beginning. I see that you appeared to have a boyfriend in the beginning, and I wondered what happened to him. Did you break up? Were you just roommates? Not to be nosy... ok, yeah Im being nosy. Anyway, we also visited the Columbia River and stayed at the hotel right next to the Bridge of the Gods. We saw all the waterfalls and just LOVED that place! We will definitely return.

[@lau9404]

I am a new follower and I have just started watching your videos from the very first : so informative and useful (and brave) ! (I also intend to live in an Airstream someday ) I understood you bought your Jeep before you had the Airstream in mind: would you still buy this one tow a Caravel ? I am interested in the smallest most budget friendly crossover but still very much able to do the job :-)

[@TheAverageTourist]

This looks like a beautiful area! I would love to take my travel trailer to experience the PNW and that wonderful nature.

[@jozmahal]

Love the video! Keep 'em coming!

[@doloresgarcia7585]

Looks amazing!

[@barrypierce9100]

Been there great place....nice.

[@davemack7740]

Great video 👍

[@Maximoootom]

Awesome.

[@angelaschultze2404]

Vista house is also a post office

[@joethecomputerguy1]

Nice boondocking spot not too far from where you are near Rufus OR. I stayed there last year. I know you wanted hookups but also like to boondock. I prefer free or paying :)

[@DBartWest]

You are a badass Sarah!

[@ericvonwiegen5672]

Nice 👍

[@ibdaffy]

I was assigned to the Columbia Gorge area and points East for 1 year repairing lottery machines for the state. The Columbia River Gorge is all that you say it is! It is so beautiful, tranquil and GREEN! The fishing is fantastic. That was years ago and sadly the political climate in the NorthWest has severely take a turn for the worse. However, I would encourage all to visit the Gorge, just stay out of Portland. Thank you for sharing with us. Take the very best of care. Ciao!

[@comeconcon569]

It is the Pacific Northwest Region!

[@randallcunninghamjr.9270]

Omg!!

[@tpw84101]

I hope you grabbed ice cream at eastwind!

[@nancyjohnson5810]

I would highly recommend a harness for your puppy because it could save their life someday. I don't want to say I have stupid dogs with my Bichons but they have done some stupid things and if it wasn't for their harness over a collar they would have slipped it and died! Just saying even if there was a big old dog all bent out of shape and in attack mode it would give you more to grab onto with your puppy at the very least to pull them to safety. Lord forbid, there is also a little stun gun my husband just came home with that packs a whollip that he will take on the dogs walk with him. As you just never know with some dogs, or a cougar or worst-case scenario, a bear. I do not want to ever think of my dog losing his life over trying to protect me from a bear! I love your videos thank you.

[@JimCrossan]

Heaven is in Glen Coe.... Shh, it's a secret.

[@dbree9668]

I am caretaker if a property about 4 miles from where you camped, I love my job