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Mt Hood Day Trip from Portland to Multnomah Falls and Hood River

Mt Hood Day Trip from Portland to Multnomah Falls and Hood River

Overview

See the natural wonders that line the Historic Columbia River Highway on this day trip from Portland to Mt Hood. With a guide, you'll be whisked to some of Oregon’s most spectacular sights, including Multnomah Falls and the Columbia River Gorge, as you learn about the area along the way. Stop by attractions like Timberline Lodge and Rowena Crest, and have free time for lunch in Hood River.

City: Portland

Wed 25 Dec

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Starting at $117.00

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Wed 25 Dec

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What's Included

Hotel pick-up and drop-off at select downtown Portland hotels

Transportation

Professional Tour Guide

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children under the age of 6 require a car seat for this tour; please bring your own, as the local operator will not be able to accommodate children without a car seat
It is recommended that you wear comfortable shoes
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Temperature checks for travellers upon arrival

What To Expect

Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area

The Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area protects the spectacular canyon where the Columbia River cuts through the Cascade mountains - with cliffs and overlooks of Washington to the north and Oregon's mountains and waterfalls to the south. The Gorge is unique in its natural and cultural history, as well as its designation as a National Scenic Area. As we drive to Multnomah Falls and Hood River we will be driving through the Columbia River Gorge.

Multnomah Falls

A waterfall as magnificent and memorable as any in the country is located just a 30- minute drive outside of Portland. Visiting Multnomah Falls, a 611-foot-tall roaring, awe-inspiring cascade of icy water, lets you experience the power and beauty of nature up close and with ease. We will stop here and you will have time to walk to Benson Bridge and explore the historic Multnomah Falls Lodge.

Rowena Crest Viewpoint

Overlooking a major chokepoint along the Ice Age Floods path, Rowena Crest lies at nearly 700 feet above the Columbia River at the upstream end of Rowena Plateau, a miles-long promontory that protrudes into the path of the river. This forces the river around the plateau through a relatively narrow section of the Gorge known as the Rowena Gap. We will stop here and enjoy the view while taking amazing photographs!

Mount Hood

Mt. Hood’s perpetually snowy peak — crowned by eleven glaciers, one for every thousand feet it rises above sea level — can be seen from miles and miles away. It’s home to a total of six ski areas, making it a great base camp for skiers. Beautiful alpine lakes with names like Lost, Trillium and Mirror dot Mt. Hood’s flanks, each offering its own unique view of the mountain.

Timberline Lodge

Constructed in 1937, Timberline Lodge stands on the south slope of Mt. Hood at an elevation of 6,000 feet. This beautiful 55,000 square foot structure rises out of a pristine alpine landscape and is still being used for its original intent – a magnificent ski lodge and mountain retreat for everyone to enjoy. Legendary and awe-inspiring, it's a tribute to the rugged spirit of the Pacific Northwest and was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1977.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (411)

Peter_S

Sep 2022

On Saturday, August 13th, I went on a Viator tour to eastern Oregon. My day started off by waiting over at my designated pickup spot at Parklane Suits & Inn. I only waited for a short while before the tour guide, Phil, contacted me and promptly picked me up across the street. From there on, we picked up other sightseers and then commenced our journey. Throughout the day, from beginning to end, Phil would always share fun facts about our scenery. He was very knowledgeable about Oregon, especially its history, geology, and meteorology. Our first stop was Multnomah Falls, where we saw Oregon's most renowned waterfall. During this stop, Phil ensured that we had an agreed time frame to meet back at the shuttle. Otherwise, he would call to make sure no one got left behind. Following Multnomah Falls, Phil took us to Bonneville Hatchery, where he guided us through the hatcheries and explained the different kinds of salmon and trout raised there. He even introduced us to Herman, a HUGE trout. Our third stop consisted of the folkloric Bridge of the Gods, where got to photograph the beautiful landscapes and interact with local vendors. At this location, Phil became more adamant about taking our pictures. I was grateful to have him take my picture at Bridge of the Gods and beyond. Starvation Creek was our fourth destination, which also featured a waterfall. We didn't stay long at this park, but Phil shared his past experience with bringing previous tours to that spot. He recalled seeing a tree at the creek that no longer stood there. So he offered to photograph us by the stump in place of the tree! Next on our adventure was Rowena Crest, where we went beyond the Cascades and saw eastern Oregon's famous desert landscape. Phil pointed out the green that was still around from this year's exceptionally wet spring and early summer. He even shared a helpful tip to avoid poison oak: "leaves of three, leave it be!" After Rowena Crest, Phil drove the dozen of us back to civilization, particularly to Hood River. He was precise about giving us a meetup destination and allowed us an hour to find a restaurant or snack bar for lunch. I went with the crepe food truck that he pointed out. Once we all had a satisfying lunch, we were bound for Mt. Hood, the bread and butter of our trip. Along the way, we stopped at Packard's Orchards' Fruit Stand. There we got to do a little shopping, browsing, and taking pictures of Mt. Adams in the distance. We continued onward, only stopping once more to take excellent pictures of Mt. Hood from on the side of the road. It was Phil's idea and I'm glad we got to photograph the mountain from afar before continuing to move towards it. After approximately 45 minutes of driving on that lonesome street, we eventually made it to Timberline Lodge. The exterior looked just like it did in Stanley Kubrick's The Shining! I wish we could have spent more than 25 minutes at the lodge, by I made sure my time there was memorable. Phil suggested we ask the front desk for the Here's Johnny Axe, which I used for posing in a photo. Once we all had made memories at Timberline Lodge, we settled into a 90-minute journey, in which Phil dropped us off at our locations. He was courteous, helpful, and fun to be around the entire day. I enjoyed having him as my guide, and I'm glad he got me home safely. I am grateful I found this adventure through Viator. The tour I purchased was everything I had hoped for it to be and more. I got to see great sites, meet new people, and add a memorable day to my life's journey. I look forward to what other tours I will find through this service!

Response from Host

Sep 2022

We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your tour with Phil and will pass your compliments along to him. Please join us again in the future!

NEHA_I

Aug 2022

Our driver/guide was amazing and kept telling us all the details. We covered a lot of places and it was very exciting. The RV was very comfortable especially for mountains. I generally get backaches after long trips but that was not the case this time.

Response from Host

Aug 2022

We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your tour. Please join us again in the future!

jacquie17

Aug 2022

What a fantastic trip. The scenery was spectacular. My favourite part was when we stopped at Trillium it was so pretty and had such a lovely vibe. I would highly recommend this trip.

Response from Host

Aug 2022

We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your tour. Please join us again in the future!