Multnomah Falls and Columbia River Gorge Half-Day Hiking Tour
by Around Portland Tours
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✓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.$138Overview
The tour starts by boarding a comfortable van at 833 SE Main Street #124 in Portland. The group drives about 35 minutes into the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, an 80-mile canyon known for its waterfalls and scenic views. The entire tour takes place within the western end of the Gorge. Participants visit several waterfalls and viewpoints selected by the guides. Stops include Multnomah Falls, Oregon’s tallest waterfall, where there is time to walk up to the Benson Bridge and visit the gift shop. The steep hike to the top of the falls is not included. The group also visits Bridal Veil, a small town with a lumber history where there will be at least one stop. The tour includes a 2/3 mile (1 km) walk down to Wahkeena Falls, a waterfall known for its romantic setting. Depending on weather and road conditions, this stop may be replaced. Latourell Falls is another highlight, featuring a plunge over 15 million-year-old basalt columns. Here, guests can take a longer hike of up to 2 miles (3 km) through the surrounding forest. If time and highway construction allow, the tour may also stop at Horsetail Falls, a waterfall popular for wading in summer and dramatic spray in winter. Vista House, a historic rest stop with panoramic views, is included if accessible. On the return to Portland, the van passes through the town of Troutdale. The tour lasts about four hours and includes air conditioning in the vehicle, bottled water, and government fees. It operates rain or shine and covers at least three waterfalls and a scenic viewpoint, though the exact itinerary may change due to ongoing highway construction through May 2026.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
After meeting at 833 SE Main Street #124, the group travels about 35 minutes by van into the Columbia River Gorge, a waterfall-filled western section of an 80-mile (130-km) canyon. The entire tour takes place within this area.
45 min
Multnomah Falls
At Multnomah Falls, the tallest waterfall in Oregon, guests have time to walk up to the Benson Bridge for views of the falls and visit the gift shop. The hike to the top of the falls is long and steep and is not included in this tour.
40 min
Bridal Veil
The van passes through Bridal Veil, a small town formerly dominated by a lumber industry. The stop here allows guests to see the town, which now includes a post office and a nunnery, among other features.
20 min
Wahkeena Falls
Guests take a 2/3 mile (1 km) walk down to Wahkeena Falls, a frequently visited waterfall with a romantic setting. This stop may be replaced by an alternate waterfall depending on weather, traffic, or road closures.
30 min
Latourell Falls
Latourell Falls is a notable plunge waterfall dropping over 15 million-year-old columnar basalt rock. Guests can take a longer hike here of up to 2 miles (3 km) through the forest surrounding the falls.
30 min
Horsetail Falls- Columbia River Gorge
If time and highway conditions permit, the tour stops at Horsetail Falls, known for its refreshing spray in summer and dramatic appearance in winter. This waterfall is an alternate to Wahkeena Falls when needed.
20 min
Vista House
Vista House is a historic rest stop with panoramic views and architectural significance. It is open limited hours and access may be restricted by highway construction through September 2025. When accessible, guests can walk to the upper deck and learn about the site and the Wasco people who considered it sacred.
20 min
Troutdale
On the return trip to Portland, the van passes through Troutdale, a small suburb at the mouth of the Columbia Gorge. This drive back lasts about 35 minutes.
35 min
Meeting point
Our shop is #124, on the ground floor, the north side of a silver and red building. To find us, walk north on SE 9th Avenue from Main Street and look for our A frame sign to your left! Limited street parking is available, or paid lots at 7th and Madison and 10th and Madison Streets
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Multnomah Falls and Columbia River Gorge Half-Day Hiking Tour
by Around Portland Tours
Choose from 3 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.$138Overview
The tour starts by boarding a comfortable van at 833 SE Main Street #124 in Portland. The group drives about 35 minutes into the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, an 80-mile canyon known for its waterfalls and scenic views. The entire tour takes place within the western end of the Gorge. Participants visit several waterfalls and viewpoints selected by the guides. Stops include Multnomah Falls, Oregon’s tallest waterfall, where there is time to walk up to the Benson Bridge and visit the gift shop. The steep hike to the top of the falls is not included. The group also visits Bridal Veil, a small town with a lumber history where there will be at least one stop. The tour includes a 2/3 mile (1 km) walk down to Wahkeena Falls, a waterfall known for its romantic setting. Depending on weather and road conditions, this stop may be replaced. Latourell Falls is another highlight, featuring a plunge over 15 million-year-old basalt columns. Here, guests can take a longer hike of up to 2 miles (3 km) through the surrounding forest. If time and highway construction allow, the tour may also stop at Horsetail Falls, a waterfall popular for wading in summer and dramatic spray in winter. Vista House, a historic rest stop with panoramic views, is included if accessible. On the return to Portland, the van passes through the town of Troutdale. The tour lasts about four hours and includes air conditioning in the vehicle, bottled water, and government fees. It operates rain or shine and covers at least three waterfalls and a scenic viewpoint, though the exact itinerary may change due to ongoing highway construction through May 2026.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
After meeting at 833 SE Main Street #124, the group travels about 35 minutes by van into the Columbia River Gorge, a waterfall-filled western section of an 80-mile (130-km) canyon. The entire tour takes place within this area.
45 min
Multnomah Falls
At Multnomah Falls, the tallest waterfall in Oregon, guests have time to walk up to the Benson Bridge for views of the falls and visit the gift shop. The hike to the top of the falls is long and steep and is not included in this tour.
40 min
Bridal Veil
The van passes through Bridal Veil, a small town formerly dominated by a lumber industry. The stop here allows guests to see the town, which now includes a post office and a nunnery, among other features.
20 min
Wahkeena Falls
Guests take a 2/3 mile (1 km) walk down to Wahkeena Falls, a frequently visited waterfall with a romantic setting. This stop may be replaced by an alternate waterfall depending on weather, traffic, or road closures.
30 min
Latourell Falls
Latourell Falls is a notable plunge waterfall dropping over 15 million-year-old columnar basalt rock. Guests can take a longer hike here of up to 2 miles (3 km) through the forest surrounding the falls.
30 min
Horsetail Falls- Columbia River Gorge
If time and highway conditions permit, the tour stops at Horsetail Falls, known for its refreshing spray in summer and dramatic appearance in winter. This waterfall is an alternate to Wahkeena Falls when needed.
20 min
Vista House
Vista House is a historic rest stop with panoramic views and architectural significance. It is open limited hours and access may be restricted by highway construction through September 2025. When accessible, guests can walk to the upper deck and learn about the site and the Wasco people who considered it sacred.
20 min
Troutdale
On the return trip to Portland, the van passes through Troutdale, a small suburb at the mouth of the Columbia Gorge. This drive back lasts about 35 minutes.
35 min
Meeting point
Our shop is #124, on the ground floor, the north side of a silver and red building. To find us, walk north on SE 9th Avenue from Main Street and look for our A frame sign to your left! Limited street parking is available, or paid lots at 7th and Madison and 10th and Madison Streets
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.