Angel's Rest to Devil's Rest Loop

This 10.7-mile lollipop starts and ends at Angel's Rest Trailhead. Trail #415 climbs to Angel's Rest, then Foxglove paths, Devil's Rest Trail #420C, and a short section of the Wahkeena Trail complete the return. Expect a hard day: about 2,770 feet of gain over rocky, steep ground. Allow roughly 7½ hours, with time for the waterfalls and exposed ledge.

The west climb begins in forest, then crosses loose talus as the Columbia opens below. A cliffside viewpoint looks down to Coopey Falls; a short, steep side path reaches Upper Coopey Falls. After a footbridge over Coopey Creek, switchbacks lead to Angel's Rest, a bare rock promontory above the river. The final footing is uneven, the edge is exposed, and wind can be strong. Keep the river low in a photo and include foreground rock to show the Gorge's scale.

Continue uphill on #415 to the Foxglove connectors, then follow them to Devil's Rest Trail #420C. This stretch trades the open river view for recovering forest, wet hollows, and creek crossings. Devil's Rest itself is a mossy, tree-covered summit with no view; a nearby established spur opens toward the Columbia and several Cascade peaks. From there, the route heads east on #420C, takes the Wahkeena Trail west past Wahkeena Spring and Mist Creek, and rejoins #415. The lollipop retraces its opening section before descending to the same trailhead. Take care at the Foxglove junctions, where route-finding can be confusing.

Start at Angel's Rest Trailhead on the Historic Columbia River Highway by East Bridal Veil Road. Its two lots fill quickly in spring and summer; use marked spaces only. Oregon State Parks says a day-use parking permit is required and can be bought onsite. There is no toilet at the trailhead; the nearest verified restroom is at the separate Bridal Veil Trailhead, less than a mile west. Dogs are allowed on leash.