Multnomah Falls and Columbia River Gorge Half-Day Hiking Tour
Overview
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4 hours
Mobile ticket
The 80 miles of the Columbia River Gorge’s steep rocky sides offer some of the most spectacular scenery in the world: pounding waterfalls, eagles, century-old trees, ferns, flowers, ancient rocks. This half-day of exploring and meditating on wonders with very short hikes and visits to overlooks and vistas will have you gasping in awe.
We'll visit waterfalls and overlooks, selected by our guides to include both the most iconic, like the unmissable Latourell Falls, a stunning plunge-style falls that is one of the most iconic in Oregon, and the special. Depending on weather conditions, this could include a few small hidden waterfalls and another spectacular plunge-style falls with columnar basalt. We operate rain or shine!
We'll also tell you stories, not just of the geology and botany and the oft-repeated tales of pioneers and road-builders, but also the old stories we've learned, of gods and animal spirits and the Beaver princess tragically turned into a waterfall.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
We'll bring reusable bottles if you've left your own at home!
Permit and parking fees for Multnomah Falls included during the permit season
Gratuities (always appreciated by our passionate guides!)
What To Expect
Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
After meeting you at the starting point, 833 SE Main Street #124, we'll head out in one of our comfortable vans. The tour all takes place in the Columbia River Gorge, in the waterfall-laden western end of an 80-mile (130-km) canyon; we will drive about 35 minutes from our shop into the Gorge to start the tour.
Multnomah Falls
Multnomah Falls is the tallest waterfall in the state and one of the most impressive, and most photographed, waterfalls in the U.S. If you're chasing waterfalls: this is the one many are seeking to catch. Our time here will include enough to go up to the iconic Benson Bridge and visit the gift shop; the hike to the top of the waterfall is long and steep, we will not include that in this tour.
Options
Half-Day Columbia River Gorge and Waterfall Hiking Tour
Winter afternoons
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes: Our winter afternoon times are a little shorter given the early sunset
Reviews
2,020 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Ana was amazing! We did...
Bria B,
Oct 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00Ana was amazing! We did the tour for my partners birthday and it was absolutely worth every penny! It was a great tour.
Great Experience!
Anna S,
Oct 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00The tour led by guide Ana was very informative and fun. My spouse and I enjoyed it greatly. Recommend it to everyone who loves nature.
Stunning falls not too far from Portland
Juhi P,
Oct 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00Ana needs to do a podcast! She’s so knowledgeable and has a soothing voice. The falls were 10/10 incredible trip that’s only 4 hours and doesn’t take up the whole day!
The falls were absolutely...
Mary P,
Oct 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00The falls were absolutely beautiful!! Ana did a fantastic job of pointing out numerous local spots during our drive to our first stop. She was so incredibly knowledgeable I asked her if her degree was in geology. Ana was by far one of the best tour guides we have ever had!!
Great Adventure!
Katie R,
Oct 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00Ana was our tour guide and she was amazing!!! So knowledgeable and friendly! Great experience overall!
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