Multnomah Falls is Oregon's tallest waterfall, plunging 620 feet in two major tiers along the Columbia River Gorge.

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Multnomah Falls is Oregon's tallest waterfall, plunging 620 feet in two major tiers along the Columbia River Gorge. 

Quick Facts

Height: 620 feet (two tiers: 542-foot upper drop and 69-foot lower drop).
Location: Historic Columbia River Highway, about 30 miles east of Portland, Oregon.
Source: Fed by underground springs from Larch Mountain, allowing it to flow year-round.
Landmark: Home to the historic Multnomah Falls Lodge and the iconic Benson Bridge built in 1914. 

Visiting and Permits

Timed-Use Permits: Required during peak summer visitation months (typically late May through early September) for vehicles arriving via Interstate 84 Exit 31. You can reserve one on Recreation.gov. 
Access: Easily accessible from I-84 or via the Columbia Gorge Express and local shuttles to avoid limited parking. 
Facilities Note: Restrooms at the lodge are undergoing renovations and are closed through November 2026, though portable toilets are available on-site. 

Hiking Trails

Benson Bridge: An easy 0.2-mile walk from the viewing area.
Top of the Falls Overlook: A moderately strenuous 2.4-mile round-trip hike with an 800-foot elevation gain. 

If you are planning a trip, would you like to know more about parking alternatives, shuttle schedules, or nearby waterfalls to visit in the Gorge?

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Multnomah Falls

Waterfall in Oregon

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