Columbia River Gorge
Quick Facts
- Location
- USA, Portland
- Category
- National Park & Nature
- Duration
- Plan half to full day including Multnomah Falls.
- Opening Hours
- Scenic area by day; falls trails & overlooks anytime; some need a pass.
- Ticket Price
- Adult: Free · Some lots need $5 day pass or NW Forest Pass; trails free.
- Address
- Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, OR/WA, USA
- Coordinates
- 45.6900, -121.5300
Introduction
The Columbia River Gorge is a dramatic river canyon cutting the Cascade Range between Oregon and Washington — a national scenic area where 90+ waterfalls, including 189-metre Multnomah Falls, stair-step down mossy basalt. The Historic Columbia River Highway winds past stone bridges and overlooks; the wind off the river makes Hood River a windsurfing capital. Orchards, vineyards and a dramatic rain-shadow climate (wet west, dry east) pack ecology into a single drive. A textbook of Pacific Northwest geology and recreation.
✨ Highlights
🛈 Practical Info
Ticket Information
| Adult | Free |
|---|
Some lots need $5 day pass or NW Forest Pass; trails free.
💡 Tips
FAQ
What are the opening hours of Columbia River Gorge?
Scenic area by day; falls trails & overlooks anytime; some need a pass.
How much is the admission for Columbia River Gorge?
Adult: Free; Some lots need $5 day pass or NW Forest Pass; trails free.
Any practical tips for visiting Columbia River Gorge?
Multnomah parking: arrive early. Some lots need a Forest Pass.
How long should I spend at Columbia River Gorge?
A typical visit takes Plan half to full day including Multnomah Falls..
