Project-Details

Historic Highway State Trail: Ruthton Point to Hood River

Design Phase

Region 1: Portland metro and Hood River County (Hood River)

Just west of the City of Hood River, a section of the Historic Highway with world-class views of the Columbia River Gorge awaits to be reconnected as part of the Historic Highway State Trail.

Impacts

Traffic Impact

Field work for the design of this project is underway with geotechnical investigations. Travelers can expect shoulder closures and single lane closures on I-84 east and west between Mitchell Point and Hood River.

Schedule

Design remains in early stages as we pursue funding opportunities for construction. In 2023, we did some investigation and exploration work.

Details

About

This 1.6-mile segment of trail will extend eastward from Mitchell Point on Mitchell Point Drive, cross underneath I-84, and proceed east to Hood River. We will build a trail on the north side of I-84 to connect with Ruthton Park, including restoring a section of original Historic Highway.

Plans currently include replacing the narrow and short undercrossing under I-84 with a new undercrossing just west of the existing location. The likely design would retain one-way vehicle traffic with a separated two-way path for trail users.

Location

U.S. 30

Cost and Funding

Design is funded through the Federal Lands Access Program.

Contacts & Media

Project Contacts

Community Affairs Coordinator: Dee Hidalgo
Email: dee.hidalgo@odot.oregon.gov
Phone: 503-489-9057

Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area Coordinator: Terra Lingley
Email: Terra.M.Lingley@odot.oregon.gov
Phone: 503-731-8232

Project Accommodation Request: 503-731-4128

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Last Updated

3/7/2025 12:16 PM

Project Number

HCRHSTRP