Mt Hood Day Trip from Portland to Multnomah Falls, Hood River, and Timberline Lodge
by Hub World Travel dba America's Hub World Tours LLC
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This full-day bus tour traces the Historic Columbia River Highway from Portland to Mount Hood, highlighting several notable natural and historic sites. The trip includes stops at Multnomah Falls, the Columbia River Gorge, Timberline Lodge, and Hood River, with time for lunch and visits to viewpoints and preserves along the way. The guide provides commentary on the area's geography and history during the approximately 8.5-hour journey. The route passes through the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, a canyon carved by the Columbia River with cliffs and waterfalls, before arriving at Multnomah Falls. Here, guests have about 30 minutes to walk to Benson Bridge and visit the Multnomah Falls Lodge. Further stops include Vista House, an early 20th-century building overlooking the gorge; Rowena Crest Viewpoint, where the Columbia River narrows at Rowena Gap; and the Tom McCall Nature Preserve, known for its views of wildflowers and cliffs. The tour also passes the Bonneville Lock and Dam, a major hydroelectric site built during the Great Depression. In Hood River, there is a one-hour lunch break where visitors can explore downtown. The drive continues through the Mount Hood National Forest, passing trailheads like Tamanawas Falls and Mirror Lake. The group stops for about 30 minutes at Timberline Lodge, a historic ski lodge built in 1937 at 6,000 feet elevation. A seasonal stop is made at one of the local fruit stands along the Hood River Fruit Loop to sample regional produce. The transportation uses a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van with hotel pickup and drop-off in downtown Portland included, along with bottled water and the guide's services. Lunch and gratuities are not included. The route may be adjusted by the guide in case of weather or road issues to maintain the full experience.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Columbia River Gorge
The tour passes through the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, a canyon where the Columbia River cuts through the Cascade Mountains. The gorge features cliffs and overlooks of Washington to the north and Oregon's mountains and waterfalls to the south. It is recognized for its natural and cultural significance along the Historic Columbia River Highway.
Vista House
Vista House is located on a high point in the Columbia River Gorge, built between 1916 and 1918 as a memorial to Oregon’s pioneers and a rest stop for travelers. The building features sandstone masonry, marble interiors, and amber-green art glass windows, offering views of the gorge.
Multnomah Falls
Multnomah Falls is a 611-foot waterfall located about 30 minutes from Portland. Visitors have time to walk to Benson Bridge, which spans the falls, and to explore the historic Multnomah Falls Lodge during the stop.
30 min
Tom McCall Nature Preserve
Located opposite Rowena Crest, this preserve offers views of wildflowers, Cascade peaks, and rocky cliffs along the Columbia River. It provides opportunities for photography and nature observation.
Rowena Crest Viewpoint
Rowena Crest sits nearly 700 feet above the Columbia River at the upstream end of Rowena Plateau. It overlooks a narrow section of the river called Rowena Gap, created by Ice Age Floods. Visitors stop here for about 20 minutes to view and photograph the landscape during spring, summer, and fall.
20 min
Bonneville Lock & Dam
Located 40 miles (64 km) from Portland on the Columbia River, the Bonneville Lock and Dam is a national historic site and one of several dams on the river’s main stem along the Oregon-Washington border. It was built during the Roosevelt era amid the Great Depression. The dam is currently owned by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and is recognized as one of the largest hydroelectric systems in the United States.
Fruit Stand Stop
A seasonal stop is made at one of 28 fruit stands along the Fruit Loop drive in Hood River County. This area is known for producing Anjou pears and other fruits such as apples, cherries, nectarines, and peaches. Visitors can sample and purchase local produce and artisanal products.
20 min
Hood River
The tour includes a one-hour lunch break in Hood River. Visitors can eat and explore the downtown area during this time.
60 min
Mount Hood National Forest
The route passes through Mount Hood National Forest, which covers 311,448 acres and includes eight wilderness areas. The forest surrounds Mount Hood and its recreational sites.
Tamanawas Falls Trail
The tour drives past the trailhead for Tamanawas Falls, where Cold Spring Creek flows over a 110-foot lava cliff near Mount Hood’s eastern base. The trail is popular year-round for its wildflowers, autumn colors, and winter ice formations.
White River West Sno-Park
This winter recreation area near Portland offers views of Mount Hood and is busy on weekends and after snowfall, popular with families.
Mount Hood
Mount Hood has a snowy peak with eleven glaciers, six ski areas, and several alpine lakes such as Lost, Trillium, and Mirror. The mountain can be seen from far away and is a central feature of the region.
Timberline Lodge
Timberline Lodge, built in 1937 at 6,000 feet elevation on Mount Hood’s south slope, covers 55,000 square feet. It serves as a ski lodge and mountain retreat and was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1977. The stop includes about 30 minutes for visitors to explore.
30 min
Mirror Lake Trail
The route passes the entrance to Mirror Lake Trail, leading to a mountain lake with views of Mount Hood and the peaks of Tom Dick and Harry Mountain.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Mt Hood Day Trip from Portland to Multnomah Falls, Hood River, and Timberline Lodge
by Hub World Travel dba America's Hub World Tours LLC
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$280Overview
This full-day bus tour traces the Historic Columbia River Highway from Portland to Mount Hood, highlighting several notable natural and historic sites. The trip includes stops at Multnomah Falls, the Columbia River Gorge, Timberline Lodge, and Hood River, with time for lunch and visits to viewpoints and preserves along the way. The guide provides commentary on the area's geography and history during the approximately 8.5-hour journey. The route passes through the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, a canyon carved by the Columbia River with cliffs and waterfalls, before arriving at Multnomah Falls. Here, guests have about 30 minutes to walk to Benson Bridge and visit the Multnomah Falls Lodge. Further stops include Vista House, an early 20th-century building overlooking the gorge; Rowena Crest Viewpoint, where the Columbia River narrows at Rowena Gap; and the Tom McCall Nature Preserve, known for its views of wildflowers and cliffs. The tour also passes the Bonneville Lock and Dam, a major hydroelectric site built during the Great Depression. In Hood River, there is a one-hour lunch break where visitors can explore downtown. The drive continues through the Mount Hood National Forest, passing trailheads like Tamanawas Falls and Mirror Lake. The group stops for about 30 minutes at Timberline Lodge, a historic ski lodge built in 1937 at 6,000 feet elevation. A seasonal stop is made at one of the local fruit stands along the Hood River Fruit Loop to sample regional produce. The transportation uses a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van with hotel pickup and drop-off in downtown Portland included, along with bottled water and the guide's services. Lunch and gratuities are not included. The route may be adjusted by the guide in case of weather or road issues to maintain the full experience.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Columbia River Gorge
The tour passes through the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, a canyon where the Columbia River cuts through the Cascade Mountains. The gorge features cliffs and overlooks of Washington to the north and Oregon's mountains and waterfalls to the south. It is recognized for its natural and cultural significance along the Historic Columbia River Highway.
Vista House
Vista House is located on a high point in the Columbia River Gorge, built between 1916 and 1918 as a memorial to Oregon’s pioneers and a rest stop for travelers. The building features sandstone masonry, marble interiors, and amber-green art glass windows, offering views of the gorge.
Multnomah Falls
Multnomah Falls is a 611-foot waterfall located about 30 minutes from Portland. Visitors have time to walk to Benson Bridge, which spans the falls, and to explore the historic Multnomah Falls Lodge during the stop.
30 min
Tom McCall Nature Preserve
Located opposite Rowena Crest, this preserve offers views of wildflowers, Cascade peaks, and rocky cliffs along the Columbia River. It provides opportunities for photography and nature observation.
Rowena Crest Viewpoint
Rowena Crest sits nearly 700 feet above the Columbia River at the upstream end of Rowena Plateau. It overlooks a narrow section of the river called Rowena Gap, created by Ice Age Floods. Visitors stop here for about 20 minutes to view and photograph the landscape during spring, summer, and fall.
20 min
Bonneville Lock & Dam
Located 40 miles (64 km) from Portland on the Columbia River, the Bonneville Lock and Dam is a national historic site and one of several dams on the river’s main stem along the Oregon-Washington border. It was built during the Roosevelt era amid the Great Depression. The dam is currently owned by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and is recognized as one of the largest hydroelectric systems in the United States.
Fruit Stand Stop
A seasonal stop is made at one of 28 fruit stands along the Fruit Loop drive in Hood River County. This area is known for producing Anjou pears and other fruits such as apples, cherries, nectarines, and peaches. Visitors can sample and purchase local produce and artisanal products.
20 min
Hood River
The tour includes a one-hour lunch break in Hood River. Visitors can eat and explore the downtown area during this time.
60 min
Mount Hood National Forest
The route passes through Mount Hood National Forest, which covers 311,448 acres and includes eight wilderness areas. The forest surrounds Mount Hood and its recreational sites.
Tamanawas Falls Trail
The tour drives past the trailhead for Tamanawas Falls, where Cold Spring Creek flows over a 110-foot lava cliff near Mount Hood’s eastern base. The trail is popular year-round for its wildflowers, autumn colors, and winter ice formations.
White River West Sno-Park
This winter recreation area near Portland offers views of Mount Hood and is busy on weekends and after snowfall, popular with families.
Mount Hood
Mount Hood has a snowy peak with eleven glaciers, six ski areas, and several alpine lakes such as Lost, Trillium, and Mirror. The mountain can be seen from far away and is a central feature of the region.
Timberline Lodge
Timberline Lodge, built in 1937 at 6,000 feet elevation on Mount Hood’s south slope, covers 55,000 square feet. It serves as a ski lodge and mountain retreat and was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1977. The stop includes about 30 minutes for visitors to explore.
30 min
Mirror Lake Trail
The route passes the entrance to Mirror Lake Trail, leading to a mountain lake with views of Mount Hood and the peaks of Tom Dick and Harry Mountain.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.