Gosh what an amazing place to hang out. I've driven past this for a very long time and didn't even…read moreknow this was here once u make the short journey past all the drift wood and what not u are completely blown away by one of the most beautiful settings all tucked away and well hidden. Oneonta Falls is such a serene place to spend some time collecting your thoughts

OUTSTANDING! This…read morehike was a challenge and a total Adrenalin rush for my crew and I. I loved it! We had to work our way over a huge log dam which was very steep and slippery. You had to pass this to even get to the falls. The water was freezing, so make sure the shoes you wear you do not mind getting wet. TIP: make sure you arrive as early as possible. The hike and gorge itself becomes very crowded as the day goes on. As you make your journey to the gorge, you find yourself walking into waist deep water. The moss caves and steep mountain sides are beautiful. The water may have been cold, but it was so FRESH and clean. The water was cleaning my shoes and I did not realize until I saw them at the end :D After you take the adventurous hike to the gorge, you can hike your away to another waterfall that has all sorts of views!! I felt at peace during this entire experience. The temperature is always cooler in the mountains/ by the water, we wore dry fit clothing(tank tops and capris) and were a little chilly. I cannot wait to hike to this gorge again, and the surrounding waterfalls. This is MUST vist!!

This is a very well maintained state park that had incredible views yesterday. The peacefulness of…read morethe rock can be felt as soon as you start walking it. It's very well maintained all the way to the top and there are even handrails. I highly recommend this hike for some peaceful time alone or with others to accompany you. Parking is about $10 by the way. Let the rock refresh your soul and revitalize your spirit as it did mine. There were many moments where I paused and stopped just to take in the the beauty that was presented to me on the trail. The views of the water below are gorgeous you can see from miles and miles from the top.

Amazing hikes & views at the park. Beacon Rock Trail, that goes up to the top of the rock, is well…read moremaintained and had gorgeous views the whole way up. Even the drive through the Gorge to get to the park is amazing. I would absolutely recommend visiting! Only issue I ran into was that the parking payment meter in the parking lot was broken and I had to buy a pass online and write the info on a scrap piece of paper like the taped-on signage on the meter said. Many over grown blackberry bushes, but they were not a problem.

With beautiful riverfront views, Cascade Locks Marine Park is the perfect place to stop and enjoy a…read morepicnic while you are out exploring the Columbia Gogre. When taking first time visitors out to this area, we often drive from Portland on the Washington side to take in views of Mt. Hood in , then stop at the Cape Horn viewpoint to take in the lush and expansive views of the Columbia River. Always a crowd pleaser that elicits oos and aghs. Next we pass through Cascade Locks, we stop at the Marine Park to use the clean facilities and enjoy a picnic. There is plenty of room to spread out and it's never crowded. There is a small playground for the kids, lots of open space, and a boat launch and Marina. The park is well maintained and so peaceful.

With sailing, fishing, camping, picnicking, and where the Sternwheeler cruises begin and end, the…read moreCascade Locks Marine Park is the perfect place to enjoy the more beautiful views of the Columbia River. Park amenities include a children's playground, open lawns, picnic tables, clean public restrooms, a gravelly beach, boat launch ramp, and marina. We often drive out to just sit and watch the windsurfers, various birds and boats go in and out. Unique views of the Bridge of the Gods is just downriver too. The Marine Park offers a variety of indoor and outdoor venues for special events for groups of 5 to 500. Such a nice place for a birthday party, baby shower, family reunion or even a wedding. Make sure to tour the Historical Museum while you're there and see the first steam locomotive of the Oregon Territory, the Oregon Pony. The Marine Park also serves as the meeting and launching point for the Columbia Gorge Racing Association's sailing events, and racing takes place in the waters upriver from the beach at the east end of the Park. Check their webpage for next year's Regatta in July. This is world-class sailboat racing in a world-famous big wind venue and not to be missed. Many professional sailors say it's "the best place in the world to sail."

Wahkeena Falls was such a great surprise. We made a quick stop here on our way to Multnomah Falls,…read moreand I'm so glad we did -- it turned out to be one of the highlights of our trip. The falls are powerful and beautiful, surrounded by lush greenery and mossy cliffs, and the mirrors were amazing, making the whole place feel extra magical. The short walk to the lower viewing area is easy and accessible, but if you want more, the trail continues uphill and offers even better views and a peaceful forest hike. It's also much less crowded than Multnomah Falls, which made the experience even better. Tips: Parking is limited, so try to go early. The trail can be slippery from the mist, so good shoes are a must. Highly recommend stopping here if you're exploring the Gorge -- especially as a stop before or after Multnomah Falls.

Absolutely gorgeous area. Very peaceful and beautiful. Totally enjoyed this tour. Husband picked…read morethis because he knows that I love waterfalls. So happy with his choice for this vacation. Love the foliage with such vibrant colors.

Aside from Multnomah Falls, Horsetail was more majestic and calming. This attraction had far less…read morepeople which made it more enjoyable since I could actually hear the water falling and splashing onto the pond below it. The contrast of white water and the lime green leaves of the tree standing tall in front of it makes it a beautiful sight to see. I'm not sure if it's allowed, but the rocks in the mini pond is nice. I did a bit of rockhounding, but didn't take (leave no trace). Watching the waterfall felt like I was seeing it through the lenses of a television show, but it was honorable to see it in person. This waterfalls is a hidden gem. The parking lot out front is plentiful and free. If I lived in Portland (which I wish), I'd come here more often than not. It's a great place to meditate and reflect. There's a few stairs to get below, but not much. I hesitant about too many stairs since earlier in the day I walked quite bit around the city and was a bit tired. Anyways, Horsetail Falls is a must see. Don't get too hung up on the second largest waterfall where you skip out on the others.

A nice stop on US Hwy 30 Oregon Historic Byway going west from Multnomah Falls. It can be an ideal…read moreplace to just chill or to picnic. You get a nice view of the Falls while sitting down and no hiking is required.

What a great little place for hiking! I would call it more of a nature walk rather than a hike, but…read morethat's what makes it great for small kids or those in wheelchairs. There are two short trails that are less than a mile each. The Streamwatch Trail takes you along the water and even has a little underwater fish viewing area. There weren't any fish in March, but it must be pretty cool to watch the fish underwater during busier seasons. The Wetlands Trail takes you along a wooden boardwalk to literally go through a wetland area. Most of these trails are stroller/wheelchair friendly, but there are some parts that are on dirt and gravel, which may be a little trickier. There are also a lot of picnic tables along the Streamwatch trail, which would be perfect in warmer weather.

Been meaning to stop by and see what Wildwood has to offer, and finally did last weekend…read more Clearly they have loads to offer in the other seasons, but it's still peaceful and offers up a decent stroll or hike in winter. We took both the Wetlands and Streamwatch trails. You've got to be verrry careful right now on the oh-so slippery boardwalks of the Wetlands. It was very icy throughout the entire trail. The Streamwatch trail winds you through picnic areas, along the river, and by the underwater viewing area. We drove around past other trails and over to the family meadow and picnic area. Plenty of parking and the restrooms that were open were clean. There were a few structures and trail aspects that needed some tending to, but overall it's a lovely recreation area...peaceful now but probably loads of fun for families in the springtime!

Wahclella Falls is my favorite easy hike near PDX. It's about 2 miles and is an out and back trail…read morewith a waterfall. It takes a little over half an hour to complete and has one of the most interesting waterfalls in the gorge.

On the list of No spend summer activities Hiking has to be my favorite especially if its in the…read morePNW . Not too far from Portland this hike is short and fun and it does award you with gorgeous views at certain points . We had a 5 year old with us who was easily able to do most parts of it . The waterfall is two tiered and the pool it falls into is perfect for a dip. The biggest challenge is the parking and we saw plenty of people get tickets .

We visit from Florida every summer and call this the "Castle Park". We're always sure to make…read moreplenty of time to go because it's our favorite park/playground to hang out at on a nice day! Everything about it is beautiful.

Great park. My kids love the creek and the play structure and how close it is to joes donuts.read more

Located just off the Columbia River Gorge lies this beautiful, unique waterfall that flows…read morebeautifully down the rocky moss. Getting here on the side road can be a little risky, so please drive safe, drive slow, and share the road. Parking is right after the crossing signal in an open dirt lot across from the falls. There's two paths, the upper view point which will no give you the view you see in Al the pictures, but it's easy for a quick teaser. Stay to the left and up to go down to the falls and there you'll see this beautiful fall. The path can get muddy from the cliffs and water running on the sides. The multiple fall streams on the moss is what makes this fall so eye pleasing. The rocks are slippery so mind to the paths and enjoy beautiful fall!

Well what can I say besides this is one of the most beautiful hikes I have ever been on. The hike…read moreto get to the waterfall is short enough and once you get there, you could literally watch the water fall for hours. It looks like something out of a movie, a fantasy movie with fairies and goddesses. The path to get there can be a little bit narrow, so I recommend wearing shoes with good grip and don't take too much with you, it's best to pack light for this one. You could truly sit there for hours with nothing but the water entertaining you. It's so pure and cleansing and definitely something you will think about the rest of your day, if not week. I highly recommend this beautiful aspect of nature.