As you make your way to the Under Canvas Columbia River Gorge location, you might find yourself wondering if you’ve taken a wrong turn. Once you leave the highway, the setting quickly becomes rural and wooded. But then an Under Canvas sign appears, and a few minutes later an outcropping of white tents pop up on the hillside, and you’ve arrived.
If getting to Under Canvas feels like a bit of a meander, staying there does too. You don’t need a bunch of gear, or the stress of setting it all up. It’s not camping, it’s glamping, which means you can leave the heavy lifting to someone else. All you need to do is settle in and relax.
Accommodations at Under Canvas Columbia River Gorge
There are a variety of tent configurations that can accommodate families big and small. We reserved a “Suite with Kids Tent” which can sleep up to six guests.
Our set-up was ideal. Our main tent had a king bed, plus a queen sofa bed. This tent’s other amenities included a private bathroom with a sink, toilet, and shower. It also had a seating area and a gas fireplace. Located adjacent to the main tent is the kids tent, which had two twin beds.
You’ll find everything you need inside your tents for a cozy stay – including luxe bedding, blankets, towels, and basic toiletries. There’s no electricity in the tents, but there are lanterns and power banks for charging cell phones.
KidTripster Tip: If traveling with a four-legged family member, dogs are welcome here for an additional fee.
Amenities at Under Canvas Columbia River Gorge
If you need something more, venture over to the lobby tent. It’s a sprawling space, with stylish furnishings from West Elm. For entertainment, there are a few dozen games available to borrow. There’s plenty of seating both inside and outside.
KidTripster Tip: WiFi isn’t available on-site. It contradicts the Under Canvas mission of connecting with family and immersing yourself in the outdoors. We did have decent cell phone coverage here.
Scheduled activities often take place in and around the lobby tent. Look for the activities board to see what’s happening during your stay. Activities might include yoga, a painting class, live music, and special treats like root beer floats.
You’ll also find a nightly fire pit with complimentary s’mores. Free hot cocoa, coffee, and tea are available anytime.
Dining at Under Canvas Columbia River Gorge
An on-site restaurant serves seasonal and locally sourced foods, plus specialty cocktails, beer, and wine.
Breakfast is available from 7-10am and dinner from 5-10pm. Breakfast includes a mix of hot and cold items with prices ranging from $10-$20 for entrees. Dinner includes items like salads, burgers, tacos, steak, salmon and more. Entree prices range from $11-34. A kids menu is available at both breakfast and dinner. For lunch, you’ll find grab and go items.
If you’re looking for a snack rather than a meal, the lobby sells a variety of local treats and beverages.
KidTripster Tip: If you have a kid who likes snacks on-demand, know that food is not allowed inside of your tents.
Activities Near Under Canvas Columbia River Gorge
Under Canvas is located near the White Salmon River in Washington. It’s a popular area for rafting, kayaking, and fishing. There are several outfitters located just a short drive from the property. The Under Canvas Adventure Concierge can help you book activities.
The Columbia River Gorge is also a popular area for hiking, biking, and windsurfing.
Located about 25 minutes from Under Canvas is one of our favorite places, Hood River, Oregon. This charming small town is full of restaurants, breweries, and shops. Hood River’s a hub of outdoor adventure and recreation.
[ Related: Girls’ Getaway to Hood River, Oregon ]
If you’re staying at Under Canvas for a few days and want to venture a bit farther, we’d recommend driving to Mt. Hood’s Timberline Lodge. It’s a beautiful relic of the Works Progress Administration, but also famous for its starring role in the movie The Shining.
Timberline’s about 90 minutes from Under Canvas. The historic lodge is an ideal place to have a meal. Skiing is available year-round. In the summer months, the mountain bike park is open, and the Magic Mile Skyride operates, taking riders to the 7,000 foot elevation. Once at the top, you can throw snowballs, even in summer.
[ Related: 10 Things to Do at Timberline Lodge Besides Skiing ]
Getting to Under Canvas Columbia River Gorge
Under Canvas Columbia River Gorge is located near White Salmon, Washington. It’s about 75 miles away from Portland. If visiting from out of town, you’ll need to rent a car to get the location.
During our stay we met a few brand loyalists who’ve visited other Under Canvas locations around the country, and flew into the Portland International Airport (PDX) for the explicit purpose of staying at the Columbia River Gorge location.
Under Canvas Columbia River Gorge closes during the winter months. It reopens on April 23, 2026. Bookings are available though late October. If reserving a tent for a family of four, prices can vary significantly depending on the date. We checked prices for the 2026 season. $349 is the lowest we found, and $529 is the highest.
[ Related: Family-Friendly Weekend Itinerary to Oregon’s Mt. Hood ]
