Columbia Gorge

DIG DAY – Cascade Locks Trail Construction – 4/14

NWTA is very excited to build a new technical, rocky trail outside of Cascade Locks. Scenic Area! This in-person event is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts who love to get their hands dirty and contribute to the local mountain biking community. Whether you’re a seasoned trail builder or a newbie, everyone is welcome to lend a … Read More

LapQuest – SOCIAL RIDE EVENT WITH A CHALLENGE – 6/1

A group ride with an endurance challenge. The challenge is to do as many laps as you can within 2 hours. LapQuest is a grassroots social ride event with an endurance challenge!  A fun-filled day of mountain biking, community camaraderie, and delicious Mexican food provided by Qdoba. Do a couple fun laps at a casual … Read More

Campout, Rides, & Trail Work – 5/3

Weekend event celebrating the construction of a new technical MTB trail in the Columbia Gorge near Cascade Locks, Oregon. Join us for a weekend of outdoor fun and trail stewardship in the breathtaking​ Columbia Gorge! Event Highlights:Campout Social: Embrace ‘mountain bike’ camaraderie under the stars with fellow volunteers! Group Rides: Come prepared to enjoy both … Read More

DIG DAY – Cascade Locks Trail Construction – 3/17

NWTA is very excited to build a new technical, rocky trail outside of Cascade Locks Join us for a thrilling day of trail building and maintenance in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area! This in-person event is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts who love to get their hands dirty and contribute to the local mountain … Read More

DIG DAY – Cascade Locks Trail Construction – 2/10

NWTA is very excited to build a new technical, rocky trail outside of Cascade Locks Join us for a thrilling day of trail building and maintenance in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area! This in-person event is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts who love to get their hands dirty and contribute to the local mountain … Read More

Celebrating a Year of Trail Magic at Cascade Locks

By Ted Dodd A massive round of applause for everyone who came out to Cascade Locks in 2023! As the year wraps up, we completed close to 1,000 volunteer hours working on the new Cascade Locks trail, which is nothing short of extraordinary. Add that to our 2022 total, and we’ve collectively poured in a … Read More

POSTPONED – DIG DAY – Cascade Locks Trail Construction – 1/13

NWTA is very excited to build a new technical, rocky trail outside of Cascade Locks. PLEASE NOTE: We are keeping an eye on the weather forecast for this event. All who are currently registered will be notified VIA EMAIL if this event is cancelled. Join us for a thrilling day of trail building and maintenance … Read More

DIG DAY – Cascade Locks Trail Construction – 12/10

NWTA is very excited to build a new technical, rocky trail outside of Cascade Locks. Join us for a thrilling day of trail building and maintenance in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area! This in-person event is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts who love to get their hands dirty and contribute to the local mountain … Read More

DIG DAY – Cascade Locks Trail Construction – 11/26

NWTA is very excited to build a new technical, rocky trail outside of Cascade Locks Join us for a thrilling day of trail building and maintenance in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area! This in-person event is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts who love to get their hands dirty and contribute to the local mountain … Read More

TSI Trail School: Intro to Rock Work Recap

Micro-blasters, Feathers, Catenaries, and Macro-rain By Andy Jansky Most people with common sense stayed home on Saturday, November 4th as it rained more than an inch in the Gorge.  Meanwhile, 12 hearty NWTA volunteers braved the rain, wind and thunder to learn how to use a variety of tools and specialty equipment for moving, splitting … Read More