Multnomah Falls

Multnomah Falls is the main stop on the Columbia River drive. This 620 foot mammoth waterfall is breathtaking from every angle.

The Native American lore behind the falls states that it was created to win the heart of a young princess who wanted a private place to bathe. From the road you can only see the top of the falls, as you move closer you notice a thicker bottom tier that only adds to the beauty.

There is a trail all the way up to the top of the falls – we opted out of the walk – but there is a stop at the Benson bridge. The Benson bridge was named after the first owner of the falls, Simon Benson, who owned the falls in the early 1900s. The bridge also has a hair-raising view over the falls into the water below.

Multnomah Falls is outstanding, and a must see if you are in the Portland area.

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