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| Heritage Landing (Deschutes) | | This area is a popular jet boaters launch. It provides access to the Deschutes and Columbia Rivers. Salmon fishing is popular as well. Recreation opportunities such as swimming, water skiing, and jet boating are available. |
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| Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail | | This is a trail that hikers, bicyclists and users of other muscle-driven forms of transportation can leisurely enjoy the view from the Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail. The trail is two disconnected paved ribbons along abandoned stretches of the historic highway. It gives visitors more than 10 miles of sightseeing. All segments of the trail are rated moderate to difficult for people with disabilities. |
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| Seneca Fouts Memorial State Natural Area | | This is the third leg of state parks joined together at Mitchell Point. A hiking trail is provided for visitors who feel the need to get their blood pumping.The forest becomes extremely dense as the trail goes on. This may be a good opportunity for wildlife viewing. Eagles like the rocky terrain to build their nests in. Visitors are urged to bring a camera and binoculars. |
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| Vinzenz Lausmann Memorial State Natural Area | | The area came from the family of Vinzenz Lausmann. They gave 126 acres of rugged scenic land to the State of Oregon in his memory. This park adjoins two other state parks tract near Mitchell Point located about 5 miles west of Hood River. A plaque honoring Mr. Lausmann is at the foot of the park, where a trail leads the visitor up the steep faces of fir, alder and maple which define the Columbia River Gorge in this area. |
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| Wygant State Natural Area | | is home to the Wygant trail -- six miles west of Hood River -- it was a gift to Oregon honoring the memory of the Wygant family. A trail strikes through the park in a dense, hilly wilderness area that was once the old Oregon Trail and later the Historic Columbia River Highway. It is an ideal spot for backpackers who are looking for a little solitude. |
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