Columbia River Gorge and Mount Hood
Feel the cool mist of the majestic Multnomah Falls or lazily gaze upon the
Columbia River from Crown Point. Hike trails leading to hidden waterfalls or
drive the Historic Columbia River Highway. However you choose to
experience the Gorge, you are certain to find a photographer’s paradise and
an adventurer’s playground.
Columbia River from Crown Point. Hike trails leading to hidden waterfalls or
drive the Historic Columbia River Highway. However you choose to
experience the Gorge, you are certain to find a photographer’s paradise and
an adventurer’s playground.
Multnomah Falls
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Columbia River Highway -
Drive along the scenic river highway, and discover
beauty beyond compare. At each turn and twist on
the winding road, listen to the whisper of trees as
they bend in the soft breeze, feel the warmth of the
sun peaking through evergreen branches, hear
the birds welcoming you to what can only be
described as heaven on earth. At one of the many
waterfalls along this glorious highway, stop and
feel the soft mist fall gently upon your face as you
become mesmerized by the strength of the water
cascading over the hillside.
Construction on the Columbia River Highway
began in 1913, and was officially completed in
1922. It was the first scenic highway in the United
States to be named a National Historic Landmark.
The highway attracts many visitors each year, and
with each change of season comes the change of
the waterfalls. Spring brings melting mountain
snows and forceful waterfalls, amazing even the
locals.
Stop at Multnomah Falls, falling 620 feet from
Larch Mountain - this is the second highest
year-round waterfall in the United States. Walk the
short trail to the bridge above, where you can feel
the refreshing waters. The 1925 Multnomah Falls
lodge holds a restaurant, gift shop, and visitor
center. Views of the falls can be seen from the
restaurant.
Though there are many places to stop along the
Columbia River Highway, the view from the Vista
House at Crown Point is a feast for the eyes. With
the sparkling waters of the Columbia River 733 feet
below, and hills lined with tree and mountainous
rock, the photography opportunities are endless.
The Vista House was built in 1916 as a resting
place for travelers on the Columbia River Highway.
It is now a memorial to Oregon pioneers. Located
inside the house are a gift shop and a historic
display.
Drive along the scenic river highway, and discover
beauty beyond compare. At each turn and twist on
the winding road, listen to the whisper of trees as
they bend in the soft breeze, feel the warmth of the
sun peaking through evergreen branches, hear
the birds welcoming you to what can only be
described as heaven on earth. At one of the many
waterfalls along this glorious highway, stop and
feel the soft mist fall gently upon your face as you
become mesmerized by the strength of the water
cascading over the hillside.
Construction on the Columbia River Highway
began in 1913, and was officially completed in
1922. It was the first scenic highway in the United
States to be named a National Historic Landmark.
The highway attracts many visitors each year, and
with each change of season comes the change of
the waterfalls. Spring brings melting mountain
snows and forceful waterfalls, amazing even the
locals.
Stop at Multnomah Falls, falling 620 feet from
Larch Mountain - this is the second highest
year-round waterfall in the United States. Walk the
short trail to the bridge above, where you can feel
the refreshing waters. The 1925 Multnomah Falls
lodge holds a restaurant, gift shop, and visitor
center. Views of the falls can be seen from the
restaurant.
Though there are many places to stop along the
Columbia River Highway, the view from the Vista
House at Crown Point is a feast for the eyes. With
the sparkling waters of the Columbia River 733 feet
below, and hills lined with tree and mountainous
rock, the photography opportunities are endless.
The Vista House was built in 1916 as a resting
place for travelers on the Columbia River Highway.
It is now a memorial to Oregon pioneers. Located
inside the house are a gift shop and a historic
display.