Did the Eagle Creek fire renew the Columbia Gorge?

To Oregonians who know and love the places like Angel’s Rest and Larch Mountain, the Eagle Creek fire felt like a punch in the gut.  But, as aerial photos of the Columbia Gorge are proving, this fire – like so many others across the state – was actually beneficial.

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Cascade Locks students talk about the gorge fire - Pacific Crest Trail Association

Columbia River Gorge Inches Closer To Recovery, 2 Years After Eagle Creek Fire - Northwest Public Broadcasting

Pikas recovering from effects of 2017 Gorge fire, Outdoors

Five years later: What the Columbia Gorge looks like since the Eagle Creek Fire - KOBI-TV NBC5 / KOTI-TV NBC2

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Starting Anew: Eagle Creek Fire Raises Questions About Future of Forests, Hikes and Tourism in the Columbia River Gorge - Uncommon Path – An REI Co-op Publication

Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area - Fire Management

Two Memorable Museums on the Columbia River Gorge

The Eagle Creek Fire And What Can We Do About It – Cnoc Outdoors