Multnomah Falls
Bridal Veil, OR
Oregon's tallest waterfall, 620 feet in two tiers, just off I-84 in the Columbia River Gorge. Timed permits may apply in summer.
Multnomah Falls drops a total of 189 m (620 ft) in two tiers: the upper tier measures 165 m (542 ft) and the lower 21 m (69 ft). Underground springs on Larch Mountain feed it year-round, supplemented seasonally by snowmelt and rain. The 1915 Benson Bridge spans the falls about 32 m (105 ft) above the lower tier, and a paved path leads up to it. At the base stands Multnomah Falls Lodge, designed by A. E. Doyle in 1925.
With more than two million visitors a year, the waterfall is the most visited natural recreation site in the Pacific Northwest. From May through September you need a timed-use reservation from recreation.gov. You can reach the falls from a parking lot on Interstate 84 or via the Historic Columbia River Highway. The lodge restrooms are closed for renovation through November 2026 (as of October 2026). If you have more time, trails such as the Wahkeena Trail range from under 2 km (1.2 miles) to several kilometers.
- Nearest town
- Bridal Veil, OR
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 45.5762, -122.1158
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and July–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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- Lewis & Clark Campground & RV ParkMotorhome stopover8 mi from Multnomah FallsTentsMotorhomesElectricityShowersToilets
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FAQs
Where is Multnomah Falls?
Multnomah Falls is in Bridal Veil, OR, at GPS 45.5762, -122.1158. It is about 7 mi from Crown Point.
Can you camp near Multnomah Falls?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Hiker/Biker, about 3 mi away; within 25 mi there are 67 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Multnomah Falls?
Multnomah Falls is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Oregon's waterfalls and volcanoes, Columbia River Gorge and Mount Hood, Moss, glaciers and driftwood – by camper through the Pacific Northwest and Waterfalls, windsurfers and glacier peaks – by camper through the Columbia River Gorge and around Mount Hood.
What is there to see near Multnomah Falls?
Places worth a stop nearby: Beacon Rock State Park (6 mi), Vista House (7 mi), Timberline Lodge (26 mi) and Trillium Lake (27 mi).
When is the best time to visit Multnomah Falls?
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September–October. Still fine, with some compromises, in April and July–August. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)