Multnomah Falls

A waterfall as fabulous as any in the country is just a 30-minute drive from Portland. Multnomah Falls is a 611-foot-tall roaring, awe-inspiring cascade of icy water. It's just a short 5-minute walk from the parking area. Dress warm if you go during fall and winter!

DIRECTIONS

Most Direct, 30 minutes:

From Portland take I-84 eastbound for approximately 30 miles. Follow signs and take exit 31 (an unusual left-side exit ramp) off I-84 to a parking area. Follow the path under the highway to reach the falls viewing area.

Scenic, 45 minutes:

From Portland take I-84 to exit 28 (Bridal Veil exit) and drive three miles east on the Columbia River Gorge Scenic Highway. You will pass other falls on your way.

Ultra-Scenic, 1 hour or more depending on stops:

Take I-84 eastbound to the Troutdale exit. Follow signs for the Scenic Loop drive. Follow the drive along the old Columbia River Highway, the first in our nation to be named a National Historic Landmark. On this route you can encounter breathtaking views of the Columbia Gorge, Mount Hood and several other famous waterfalls on your way to the Multnomah Falls parking area.

Learn more about Multnomah Falls Recreation Area: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/crgnsa/recarea/?recid=30026

GREAT TOURS in the COLUMBIA GORGE

Waterfalls and Volcanoes All-Day Tour

https://www.shareoregon.com/en/listings/124836-waterfalls-and-volcanoes-all-day-tour

Columbia Gorge Waterfall Tour (4 hours)

https://www.shareoregon.com/en/listings/124814-columbia-gorge-waterfall-tour

Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls (3.5 hours)

https://www.shareoregon.com/en/listings/124834-columbia-river-gorge-waterfalls

Martin's Tours of the Columbia River Gorge (flexible)

https://www.shareoregon.com/en/listings/124775-tours-of-the-columbia-river-gorge