The Columbia River Gorge From Cape Horn

As we approached the Cape Horn lookout overlooking the Columbia River Gorge, “You’ve got to be kidding me,” were the first words out of my mouth. The photo above was the first shot I took. This lookout is just 25 miles from our new home in Vancouver, Washington. If I left right now, I could be there in 35 minutes. I’d wager you’ll see a lot of shots in different light from this location over the next year. It is simply breathtaking. More below.

Panoramic view of a wide lake flanked by forested hills and green fields under a cloudy sky.
Panoramic view of a wide river winding through a forested valley with blue mountains under a cloudy sky.
Mountain ridge with dense evergreen forest, rocky cliffs, and a cloudy sky overhead.
The Columbia River Gorge From Cape Horn

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EXIF Data Below Applies Only To The Featured Photo In This Post
  • Aperture: ƒ/4.5
  • Camera: ILCE-1
  • Taken: 5 June, 2026
  • Exposure bias: -1EV
  • Focal length: 24mm
  • ISO: 100
  • Shutter speed: 1/1250s
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    Jeff Turner

    3 Comments

    1. You will be bring us some amazing sites that we would otherwise miss. Thank you.

    2. See. Above

    3. Aunt Jane, it’s so beautiful here. A good deal of the scenery reminds me of West Virginia… only with more people. 🙂

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