FAQ: How Far Is Multnomah Falls From Portland Airport?

Does it cost money to go to Multnomah Falls?

Tickets are required to visit the Multnomah Falls Recreation Area and the Historic Lodge and must be reserved in advance through Recreation.gov. Same-day and on-site tickets are not available.

Do you have to hike to see Multnomah Falls?

No fee or permit is required to visit Multnomah Falls. Dogs are allowed on leashes. From the viewing area below Multnomah Falls, it is 0.4 miles round trip to Benson Bridge, 2.4 miles round trip to the top of the falls (with 750 feet of elevation change), and 13.6 miles round trip to the top of Larch Mountain.

How do I get to Multnomah Falls from Portland without a car?

The best way to get from Portland to Multnomah Falls without a car is to tram and taxi which takes 1h 9m and costs $50 – $65.

How do I get from Portland to Multnomah Falls?

From Portland, you can either take the Historic Columbia River Highway or I-84 to reach Multnomah Falls. Although the waterfall is off the Historic Columbia River Highway, parking is limited to a few parking spots. Once Multnomah Falls became popular, parking was expanded, but can only be accessed from I-84.

Is Multnomah Falls open right now?

Multnomah Falls is open. Face coverings are required. Restrooms and gift shop are open; the visitor center is temporarily closed.

How hard is the Multnomah Falls hike?

Difficulty: A moderate, 2.2-mile hike with 700 feet of elevation gain to the top of Multnomah Falls, or a difficult 5.4-mile loop to Wahkeena Falls with 1,600 feet of elevation gain. Getting There: Drive Interstate 84 east of Portland 31 miles to Multnomah Falls exit 31, park, and walk under the overpass.

Why is Multnomah closed?

Multnomah Falls initially closed to the public back in March, as the coronavirus began to spread across the Pacific Northwest. Hiking trails around the waterfall and in the area closed soon after, as all recreation areas in the Columbia River Gorge temporarily closed to the public on March 26.

How long does it take to hike Multnomah Falls?

A great attraction very close to Portland (~30 min). Definitely plan on an early arrival due to parking and heavy use. Beautiful hike with a quick but steep ascent to the top of the waterfall.

Is Multnomah Falls open year round?

Multnomah Falls in Oregon is open again and definitely the most stunning waterfall in the Columbia River Gorge. However, it’s a tourist trap with massive crowds almost year–round. Spring, summer, and fall bring the most crowds. Especially when the weather is pleasant.

Do you have to pay to park at Multnomah Falls?

There is no Multnomah Falls parking available along the Historic Columbia River Highway. Pay attention to road signs and parking lot information. While the Multnomah Falls Recreation Area and the Historic Lodge are open, Benson Bridge and the trail to the top of the falls and to Wahkeena Falls remain closed.

What city is Multnomah Falls?

Multnomah Falls is a waterfall located on Multnomah Creek in the Columbia River Gorge, east of Troutdale, between Corbett and Dodson, Oregon, United States. The waterfall is accessible from the Historic Columbia River Highway and Interstate 84.

Did Multnomah Falls burn?

Multnomah Creek winds through forest damaged by the Eagle Creek fire above Multnomah Falls. A burned sign for the Larch Mountain Trail is still nailed to a tree, more than a year after the forest was burned by the Eagle Creek fire.

How old is Multnomah?

Formed by the cataclysmic Missoula Floods beginning 15,000 years ago and fed mainly by underground springs, Multnomah Falls drops 635 feet in two major tiers down basalt cliffs. It ranks as the tallest waterfall in Oregon and is one of the most visited tourism sites in the state.

How far is Cannon Beach from Portland?

Cannon Beach is just 90 minutes west of Portland and four hours southwest of Seattle. The town is about four miles south of the US-26 junction along Pacific Coast Highway.