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Multnomah Falls

A breathtaking 611-foot-tall, two-tiered waterfall, renowned as one of the tallest and most visited in the nation, with a historic bridge midpoint.

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About one hour, one $10 shuttle ride from the city, is the Columbia River Gorge, and specifically, Multnomah Falls. This trip can take from two and a half hours up to about however long you’d like. The shuttle keeps you from having to rent a car or take an expensive rideshare out of the city, and the Multnomah Falls Lodge is a cozy restaurant that takes the stress away from packing up food or planning meals. You can see the most popular waterfall from the lodge and a bridge that crosses over into the main trailhead. But you can also hike all the way up the top of the hill where the main waterfall comes down and then descend into the Columbia River Gorge scenic area. This day trip is pretty flexible, offering a short or long hike, a full meal or a picnic, and the ability to make it a half or full day.

rileyroberson 2 years ago

There are so many gorgeous waterfall hikes along the gorge and near Mt. Hood, that could be a list in and of itself. This is of course, the larges and most famous, and I think getting spritzed by a giant waterfall is a wonderful way to beat the heat!

jajajames 2 years ago

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