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Multnomah Falls

53000 Historic Columbia River Hwy · Bridal Veil, OR

Why you should go…

Multnomah Falls drops 620 feet in two tiers and is Oregon's most-visited natural attraction. A paved path climbs to the Benson Bridge for a close-up view of the lower falls, and a steeper trail continues to the top for gorge overlooks.

  • #waterfall
  • #hiking
  • #columbia river gorge
  • #nature

Good to know

General sport & outdoor guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Weather calls the shots

    Check the forecast the morning of and keep an indoor backup in your pocket for the day it turns.

  • Shoes, water, sun cover

    The three things that decide whether you last the whole outing or cut it short after an hour.

  • Parking and launches fill early

    On a nice weekend, lots and trailheads are often full by mid-morning.

  • Daylight shrinks in shoulder season

    Spring and fall visits need an earlier start than the same trip in July.

What's around here?

The closest stops to Multnomah Falls, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Tours
    Outdoor Adventure

    Columbia River Gorge Waterfall Tour

    $50+

    A small-group day tour along the Historic Columbia River Highway, stopping at Vista House and a string of waterfalls.

    6.9 mi awaySwitch it up: Tours

  • Tours
    Outdoor Adventure

    Bike the Gorge

    $50+

    E-bike and mountain bike rentals with guided and self-guided tours to Columbia River Gorge waterfalls.

    12 mi awaySwitch it up: Tours

  • Sightseeing
    Outdoor Adventure

    Cascade Locks

    Free

    Columbia River Gorge town known for the Bridge of the Gods, Bonneville Dam and river tours.

    12 mi awaySwitch it up: Sightseeing

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Outdoor Adventure

    Skamania County

    Free

    Washington county on the Columbia River Gorge known for waterfalls, hiking trails and scenic byways near Stevenson.

    14 mi awayMore like this

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Outdoor Adventure

    Skamania Lodge Zip Line Tour

    $50+

    Guided zip line and aerial adventure course with seven lines and sky bridges above the Columbia River Gorge.

    14 mi awayMore like this

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Family Favorite

    Hood River Fruit Loop

    Free

    Self-guided 35-mile driving loop through Hood River Valley farm stands, orchards, wineries and cideries.

    23 mi awayMore like this