Golf, bikes and outdoor play: using Skamania Lodge’s recreational facilities

Skamania Lodge offers on-site golf, bike rentals and extensive outdoor recreation across its 175 wooded acres above the Columbia River Gorge. Expect an 18-hole golf course, bicycle rentals and miles of easy walking/hiking trails plus zipline and ropes-course options on the property.
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Golf on site
Skamania Lodge has an 18-hole golf course located on or very near the property; golfing is listed as a signature on-site activity. Guests can play as part of a stay but should contact the lodge or the golf course directly to confirm tee-time availability and any guest policies.
Green fees, cart rentals, lesson availability and exact tee-time procedures are not provided here; call the lodge or the golf course pro shop to arrange tee times and get current rates.
- 18-hole golf course listed as an on-site activity
- Contact the lodge or golf pro for tee times and current rates
- Ask about cart rental and local course rules when booking
| What | How to arrange |
|---|---|
| Tee times | Call the lodge or on-site golf pro (confirm availability) |
| Cart rental / equipment | Ask course staff when booking tee time |
| Lessons / clinics | Inquire with golf staff; availability varies |

Bikes, trails and exploring the grounds
Skamania Lodge offers bicycle rentals and free complimentary bicycles from the front desk (availability subject to inventory). The grounds include several miles of easy hiking trails and outdoor routes suitable for casual rides.
Bikes are useful for short loops around the resort and for riding into nearby Stevenson; for longer or more technical mountain-biking routes, confirm trail conditions and bring appropriate gear.
- Front-desk bicycle rentals / complimentary bikes (check availability)
- About three miles of easy hiking trails on the property
- Nearby mountain-biking and paved routes in the Columbia River Gorge—plan according to your skill level
| Activity | Notes |
|---|---|
| Resort bike rental | Check at front desk; inventory can be limited |
| Short on-site rides | Good for family loops and shore-side access |
| Off-site mountain biking | Explore local Gorge trails—bring or rent appropriate bikes |

Pools, hot tubs, spa and fitness
Every stay includes access to an indoor heated pool, an indoor whirlpool hot tub, saunas in both locker rooms and an outdoor hot tub overlooking the Columbia Gorge. Pool and spa hours are published by the lodge and should be checked before arrival.
The Waterleaf Spa is on the basement level and shares access with the pool area; spa treatments include massages, HydraFacial, warm stone therapy and body treatments. Note: facial treatments are restricted to guests 18 and older unless otherwise noted and the spa has a 24-hour cancellation policy for treatments.
- Indoor pool, indoor whirlpool hot tub, saunas and outdoor hot tub
- Pool, hot tub and locker rooms: Sunday–Thursday 8:00 AM–9:00 PM; Friday–Saturday 8:00 AM–10:00 PM (confirm current hours)
- Outdoor hot tub is 21+ from 6:00 PM until closing each night
- Waterleaf Spa: book treatments in advance; 24-hour cancellation policy applies
| Facility | Notes |
|---|---|
| Indoor pool & indoor whirlpool | Kid-friendly 11:00 AM–7:00 PM; check posted rules |
| Outdoor hot tub | 21+ after 6:00 PM |
| Waterleaf Spa | Basement level; book treatments in advance |
Play and family-friendly outdoor options
Skamania Lodge is family-friendly and lists a children's playground on site as well as family rooms suitable for multi-generational stays. The property also has family-targeted activities like a disc golf course, tennis and grass volleyball courts.
There are on-site options for higher-adrenaline outdoor play: a zipline tour and aerial ropes course run within the resort grounds. For child safety, check age/height restrictions and reservation requirements for the zipline and ropes course before arrival.
- Children’s playground on site
- Disc golf, tennis and grass volleyball courts
- On-site zipline and aerial ropes course—confirm age/height limits and bookings
- Babysitting/child services available (ask the front desk)
| Activity | Good for |
|---|---|
| Playground | Younger children and families |
| Disc golf / courts | Older kids and adults |
| Zipline / ropes course | Teens and adults (confirm restrictions) |
Where to stay for access to recreation
Choose a room type based on the view and group size. Room options include Superior Room, Superior Room (River), Premier Room (River Fireside) and Room (Glamping), plus treehouses and suites such as Tree House (Spruce) and Suite (Hood River). Cabins and the Villa, 3 Bedrooms are additional options if you need more space.
If outdoor access is a priority, the Room (Glamping), Tree House (Spruce) and One-Bedroom Cabin w/ accommodations offer more immediate proximity to the wooded grounds; for river views, look for Superior Room (River), Premier Room (River) or Suite (Hood River).
- Room (Glamping) — glamping-style option
- Tree House (Spruce) — treehouse accommodation
- Superior Room (River), Premier Room (River) and Suite (Hood River) — better river/gorge views
- One-Bedroom Cabin w/ and Cabin, 1 Bedroom — for extra space
| Room type | Best for |
|---|---|
| Room (Glamping) | Close-to-nature glamping feel |
| Tree House (Spruce) | Unique treehouse stay and immediate woods access |
| Suite (Hood River) | River views and larger living space |

Practical planning and tips
The lodge sits at 1131 Skamania Lodge Way, Stevenson, WA 98648. Free Wi‑Fi is available property‑wide; a mandatory resort fee covers on-site self-parking, Wi‑Fi, pool/fitness access and similar benefits (confirm current fee inclusions when you book).
The front desk is open 24 hours. Check-in typically begins at 4:00 PM and standard check-out is at 11:00 AM (some sources list 12:00 PM—confirm with the property). If you need an airport transfer, the property does not routinely operate an airport shuttle to PDX; private shuttle, rideshare, taxi or rental-car options are common.
- Address: 1131 Skamania Lodge Way, Stevenson, Washington, 98648, US
- Front desk: open 24 hours; check-in commonly starts at 4:00 PM, check-out commonly 11:00 AM (confirm with hotel)
- Free Wi‑Fi throughout the lodge
- Shuttle: free local shuttle to downtown Stevenson; verify airport transfer options in advance
- If bringing pets, review the property’s pet policy and restricted pet-room types
| Need | Who to contact |
|---|---|
| Tee times / golf | Hotel concierge or golf pro |
| Bike rentals | Front desk |
| Spa appointments | Waterleaf Spa (book in advance) |


