High Bridge
From Oregon Hikers Field Guide
- Hikes to this location:
- Eagle Creek to High Bridge Hike (TH | <— —> | LOG)
- Hikes including this location:
- Eagle Creek to Tunnel Falls Hike (TH | <— —> | LOG)
- Eagle Creek to Wahtum Lake Hike (TH | <— —> | LOG)
- Eagle-Benson Loop Hike (TH | <— —> | LOG)
- Tanner-Eagle Traverse Hike (TH | <— —> | LOG)
- Weather forecast: NWS/NOAA
- Maps: Oregon Hikers Maps Google Maps
- Latitude, Longitude: 45.60829, -121.88250
- Elevation: 615 feet
- Height: 120 feet
Description
The High Bridge is one of only two places where the Eagle Creek Trail crosses Eagle Creek. The High Bridge is the first and more dramatic of the two, straddling the sheer-sided gorge some 120 feet above the narrow creek below. This section is the narrowest and fastest running section of Eagle Creek.
This is a popular hike destination along the Eagle Creek Trail. There is a small area on either side of the bridge where one could stop to rest, have a drink and refuel before continuing on or turning around. Overnight camping is permitted above the High Bridge.
The High Bridge was heavily damaged in the 2017 Eagle Creek Fire, and a new bridge was airlifted into place by helicopter in October 2019. The Eagle Creek Trail remained closed, however, until 2021.
More Links
- "New bridges installed on Eagle Creek Trail, but hiking remains off-limits" (Oregon Live)
- First Look at High Bridge on the Eagle Creek trail (Crag Law Center)
Contributors
- jeffstatt (creator)