Please Plan and Prepare Before Visiting the Gorge
Increased visitation puts increased pressure on the Gorge’s limited resources. Always have a Plan B and a Plan C in case your destination is too crowded or closed.
Thru-Traffic Closures on Historic Hwy at Multnomah Falls
The west viaduct near Multnomah Falls, part of the Columbia River Historic Highway, is currently closed to all traffic until Memorial Day 2025 for structural repairs.
Vehicles traveling eastbound will be turned around at the Wahkeena Falls Trailhead before reaching the Lodge. Westbound vehicles will be turned around at the Multnomah Falls Lodge. Other sections of the Historic Highway will remain open during construction.
The best way to visit Multnomah Falls will be via Exit 31 on I-84 or take transit.
Visit Car-Free with the Columbia Gorge Express
Sit back and enjoy the amazing views with one of the many shuttles leaving Portland each day for Multnomah Falls, Cascade Locks, Hood River or any of the great trails and unique towns linked by transit. No permits or reservations needed when you arrive by transit.
Wildflower Season Means Permits at Dog Mountain Trailhead
Permits for Dog Mountain Trailhead are required Saturday, April 26, 2025 through Sunday, June 15, 2025 (weekends only), and Monday, Memorial Day (May 26, 2025).
Permit reservations are required per vehicle, for one day of use. The permit is only valid for the date reserved and does not guarantee a parking space at the Dog Mountain Trailhead.
No Vehicle Reservation Permit or parking fees are needed if you take the FREE Dog Mountain Shuttle from the Skamania County Fairgrounds in Stevenson, WA.
For more information, visit Rec.gov
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