Our 14th Annual Dog Walk & Fundraiser

Gorge Views. Great Dogs. Good Cause.

Saturday, September 19, 2026

2695 Index Street, Washougal, WA

8:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Every step you take helps give local pets a second chance. Join fellow animal lovers for a fun-filled morning celebrating dogs while making a lifesaving difference for pets in our community. Whether you walk with your dog, bring the family, or simply come out to enjoy the festivities, your participation helps provide shelter, medical care, and hope for animals who need us most.

This year, WCGHS is proud to partner with our Hike on the Dike Presenting Sponsor, Westlie Ford. The event will once again take place at the WCGHS Shelter Campus, where you'll enjoy all of your favorite Hike traditions—plus a few exciting new additions. Westlie Ford's investment in this event reflects a shared commitment to caring for our community by saving pets' lives and ensuring local pets and the families who love them receive the support they need.

Police K-9 Demonstration • Dog Kissing Booth • Dog Costume Contest • Dog Agility Course • Face Painting • Live DJ • Raffle • WCGHS Merchandise • And More!

Register. Walk. Fundraise. Save Lives.

Once you register, you'll receive your own personal fundraising page that you can easily share with friends and family. Every donation helps provide food, shelter, medical care, and hope for pets in need—and you'll earn exclusive fundraising prizes along the way.​

Every registered participant receives:

A complimentary beverage from Traveling Bean Coffee Cart

An entry into a special door prize drawing for registered walkers only

A coupon redeemable for a free gift at the WCGHS booth at 'All Paws on Deck'

Register early! 

The first 100 registered walkers will receive an exclusive limited-edition 2026 Hike on the Dike tote bag.

Fundraising Reward

Raise $125 by August 31st and earn:

A commemorative Hike on the Dike event T-shirt

A limited-edition Champion Fundraiser Lapel Pin

*This special reward is only available to participants who raise $125 by August 31st.*

Can't join us on September 19th? You can still make a lifesaving impact by registering as a virtual fundraiser at no cost. Rally your friends and family online and help local pets from wherever you are!

Hike When You Like!  No whistles. No countdown. No official start time.

Check in when you arrive, enjoy the festivities, and hit the trail whenever you're ready!

8:30 AM – Event Opens

9:00 AM – Dog Costume Contest

9:15 AM -  Individual & Team Awards​

9:20 AM – Police K-9 Demonstration

10:30 AM – Raffle & Door Prize Drawings (must be present to win)

11:00 AM – Event Concludes

Walk-up registration will be available, but pre-registration is strongly encouraged to be eligible for the first-100 tote bag giveaway.

When Hike on the Dike wraps up, the celebration continues just a few minutes away.

From 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, visit the West Columbia Gorge Humane Society booth at 'All Paws on Deck', a dog-friendly street fair in downtown Camas presented by the Camas High School DECA program. Enjoy local vendors, food, crafts, community activities, and plenty of canine fun—including the popular Dog Mayor for the Day contest. Registered walkers can bring their coupons to receive a free gift at the WCGHS booth.

Two dog-loving events. One unforgettable day. Join us for A Day for the Dogs!

Register today and help us give more pets the second chances they deserve.​

 All proceeds from Both events go to help the pets at WCGHS.