Hike the trails...
...for a closer look at the falls or a walk in the woods. Follow the Larch Mountain trail 1/4 mile to the historic Benson arch bridge. From there, the top of the falls is just one mile further (this is fairly steep, though!). The truly hardy may want to continue on the Larch Mountain trail to the top (six miles), where you'll be rewarded with a spectacular view of the Cascade Mountains and the Columbia River Gorge. Free trail maps are available at the Visitors center. For the more serious hikers, there are more detailed maps that can be purchased.
- USDA Forest Service, Multnomah Falls Visitor Center
(503) 695-2372 - USDA Forest Service, Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
(541) 386-2333
A brochure about Multnomah Falls is available in Spanish, French, German, Japanese, Chinese, Korean and Russian.
Learn the History .....
...and more! The Multnomah Falls site is rich in history--natural, cultural, geologic. You can discover and uncover many treasures with the help of exhibits, signs, brochures, books, and naturalist activities and programs. The Forest Service information center is open seven days a week from 9 AM to 5 PM. The desk is staffed jointly by the Friends of Multnomah Falls and the U.S. Forest Service. The staff is happy to serve you and answer your questions about the falls and the Columbia River Gorge.
This establishment provides services, accommodations, and privileges regardless of race, color, creed, sex, religion, age, or national origin. Persons are employed on equal basis to operate, maintain, or construct facilities for your enjoyment.
This facility is operated under a special use permit on land under the jurisdiction of the US Department of Agriculture, Forest Service.