Columbia River Gorge Tours | The Official Guide to Portland

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The Columbia River Gorge, just east of Portland, is a designated National Scenic Area.

Explore the waterfalls of the national scenic area just east of Portland with a guide and driver.

Updated Feb. 16, 2026
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Columbia River Gorge tours are an ideal way for visitors to experience the popular Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area without worrying about traffic or parking.

Columbia River Gorge Tours

These general tours offer an introduction to the beautiful gorge.

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Columbia River Gorge Boat Tours

See the gorge from the mighty river that carved it on these boat tours.

Columbia River Gorge Bike Tours

• Around Portland Tours offers a half-day Hike and Bike tour that includes 6 miles (9.7 km) of biking and a 2.2 mile (3.5 km) hike to several waterfalls.
• Ebike Multnomah Falls offers a half-day self-guided tour to six waterfalls.

City and Gorge Tours

Gorge and Mount Hood Tours

Many operators run tours that include both the Columbia River Gorge and Mount Hood with stops at Crown Point, Multnomah Falls, Hood River and Timberline Lodge.

Private Columbia River Gorge Tours

The following operators provide private Columbia River Gorge tours for individuals and small groups.

Columbia River Gorge Shuttles

If you don’t need a full tour experience, but want to reach the gorge without the hassle of driving or parking, try these shuttle services.

• Provided by Columbia Area Transit (CAT), Columbia Gorge Express offers $10 daily service from East Portland’s Gateway Transit Center to Troutdale, Multnomah Falls, Cascade Locks, Hood River, Mosier (by request only) and The Dalles. (Gorge Annual passes are also available for $30.)
• Gorge Adventures & Supply provides shuttle service from Portland International Airport to many gorge destinations for groups of up to 8 people. For an additional fee, you can get a full day of transportation around the gorge.

Self-Guided Tours

If you’re driving to the Columbia River Gorge yourself, try using a location-based audio guide from Together Anywhere to help you see the sights and hear the stories carefree and hands-free. Download the free guide from the app store prior to your journey, and learn about history and points of interest along the way.

Ebike Multnomah Falls offers self-guided tours on their electric bikes. Rent a bike and receive a map and custom itinerary before setting off to explore (pedaling optional).

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