Oneonta Gorge Tours and Tickets

Q: How much does it cost to visit Oneonta Gorge in 2026?

The trail to reach Oneonta Gorge is closed, but tours of the region often pass by the unique slot canyon. Options include half-day guided tours of the Columbia River Gorge starting at US$69, e-bike rides along the historic scenic highway for US$79, and wine-tasting experiences starting at US$140.

Q: Where is Oneonta Gorge located?

Oneonta Gorge is located on the outskirts of Portland, Oregon, in the Columbia River Gorge area. It’s a popular hiking area for locals and visitors. The gorge is located inside the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. It’s about a 40-minute drive away from the city of Portland.

Q: What is the best time of year to visit Oneonta Gorge?

The best times of year to visit Oneonta Gorge are summer and fall, when there’s not much chance of snow. Fall can be cooler, but during this time, you also can avoid some of the heavier crowds that make their way to Oneonta Gorge in the summertime.

Q: Is there an entrance fee for Oneonta Gorge?

No, there is no entrance fee for Oneonta Gorge in the Columbia River Gorge area. The Oneonta Trailhead is where most travelers start their hikes, and it doesn’t cost any money to begin at the trailhead.

Q: What should I wear when visiting Oneonta Gorge?

You should wear close-toed hiking shoes for stability when hiking the trails at Oneonta Gorge. It’s also a good idea to wear light clothing layers. This is especially helpful in case you accidentally get wet—an extra pair of socks in your backpack is ideal.

Q: Are pets allowed at Oneonta Gorge?

Yes, dogs are allowed on the trails at Oneonta Gorge, but like most public parks and outdoor spaces, your dog must be on a leash and up to date with its current vaccines. You can no longer swim at the gorge, and dogs are not allowed in the water either.

Q: Can you swim in Oneonta Gorge?

No, you can no longer swim at Oneonta Gorge, due to damage from a 2017 wildfire in the area. There are hopes that swimming will be allowed again in the future, but there are no current plans to allow swimming for at least a few more years.

Q: What are the best attractions in and around Portland other than Oneonta Gorge?

There are tons of things to do apart from seeing Oneonta Gorge. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in and around Portland:<ul><li><a href="/Portland-attractions/Columbia-River-Gorge/d5065-a8026" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Columbia River Gorge</a></li><li><a href="/Portland-attractions/Willamette-Valley/d5065-a8027" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Willamette Valley</a></li><li><a href="/Portland-attractions/Mt-Hood/d5065-a10956" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Mt. Hood</a></li><li><a href="/Portland-attractions/International-Rose-Test-Garden/d5065-a8030" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">International Rose Test Garden</a></li><li><a href="/Portland-attractions/Powells-City-of-Books/d5065-a13305" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Powell's City of Books</a></li></ul>View Viator's guide to <a href="/Portland/d5065" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">all the best attractions in Portland</a>.

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Explore Columbia River Gorge Half-Day Small-Group Tour

Visit the Columbia Gorge, easily one of Oregon's most scenic spots, with this intimate half-day tour from Portland. You'll make plenty of stops along the way, with the chance to take in the views from the aptly named Vista House and the Portland Women's Forum State Scenic Viewpoint. You'll also visit Horsetail Falls, Latourell Falls, and the most famous waterfall of them all, Multnomah Falls, the tallest waterfall in the state.

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Explore Columbia River Gorge Half-Day Small-Group Tour

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Columbia Gorge Waterfalls and Mt. Hood Tour - Full Day

Visit the top sights of the Columbia Gorge and Mount Hood on this guided tour. You'll stop to take in the views at the historic Vista House, spend time exploring Latourell Falls, Horsetail Falls, Wakheena Falls, and famous Multnomah Falls--and that's all before lunch. You'll also get to take a drive through the Fruit Loop apple-growing area and Mount Hood's Timberline Lodge before returning to Portland.

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Columbia Gorge Waterfalls and Mt. Hood Tour - Full Day

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An unforgettable tour of the Columbia River Gorge's top 5 waterfalls and the Crown Point Vista House. With Waterfall Shuttle the views are better, the crowds are lower and you get an expert guide to show you around in a small group. Plus, we pick up from over 50 Downtown Portland hotels so you can access the wonder of the Columbia River Gorge without a rental car. Starting from your hotel in Downtown Portland, we start with a 45 minute drive out to the Waterfall Corridor. Working our way back one waterfall at a time we spend 2.5 of the 3.5 hours walking around and exploring each of the waterfall state parks. Plenty of time to take pictures, enjoy the natural beauty and make unique memories. Waterfall Shuttle is a tour designed to show visitors the best of our area. We strive to create unique and memorable experiences so that your time with us is some of the best of your whole vacation.

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Portland to Multnomah Falls a Waterfall Tour of 5 Falls and More

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

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Multnomah Falls E-Bike Waterfall Tour (2+ Hours)

Multnomah Falls is one of the country’s most spectacular waterfalls, but it usually involves massive crowds, permits, and parking issues. With this e-bike tour, you’ll deal with none of that, instead exploring Oregon’s four tallest waterfalls from the joy of two wheels. Following your guide, you’ll get fabulous views at every turn, seeing what all the fuss is about—without the fuss.

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Multnomah Falls E-Bike Waterfall Tour (2+ Hours)

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Afternoon Tour in Columbia Gorge Waterfall with Free Wine Tasting

The Columbia Gorge NSA features waterfalls, mountains, monoliths, terraces, resort towns, vineyards, orchards, and The River, harboring a plethora of fish and birds, and unique plants and invertebrates. In the early 1900s, Portlanders would drive their Model T cars along the Columbia River Highway to gaze at waterfalls. There is said to be over 4000 waterfalls; many are hidden away, but many are just a short hike off the Historic Highway. On this afternoon half-day tour you'll make new friends while exploring "waterfall alley", including views of the Vista House and a stop at Multnomah Falls, the tallest waterfall in Oregon and most visited site in the Pacific Northwest. Your expert guide will teach you about the natural history, cultural history, and wine background of the area, as you drive the Historic Columbia River Highway Scenic Byway. You'll continue on to stop at a vineyard in the Columbia Gorge American Viticultural Area (AVA). Tasting fees included.

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Afternoon Tour in Columbia Gorge Waterfall with Free Wine Tasting

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Full-Day Mt Hood Waterfall Tour with Lunch and Wine Included

Visit Mt. Hood and the Columbia Gorge, with a couple of stops for wine tasting along the way, with this full-day tour. You'll visit Multnomah Falls, the Columbia Gorge's most famous attraction, hang out at Mt. Hood's historic Timberline Lodge, and pay a visit to two different wineries to taste Gorge-produced wine. There will be a hosted lunch on tour and a glass of wine at one of the wineries included. You will also be able to purchase beverages at your leisure during winery visits.

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Full-Day Mt Hood Waterfall Tour with Lunch and Wine Included

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Half Day Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls Tour

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Private Columbia River Gorge Half-Day Tour

Escape the city for half a day—and explore the scenic highlights of the popular Columbia River Gorge—on this private tour. Pick between morning and afternoon start times, set off in a luxury Mercedes, and head into nature. You’ll discover stretches of the 74-mile (119-kilometer) highway, and immerse yourself in the Pacific Northwest scenery. Discover waterfalls like Latourell Falls and Multnomah Falls, admire Beacon Rock, stop at scenic viewpoints, and more.

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Private Columbia River Gorge Half-Day Tour

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Columbia Gorge Scenic Bikeway full day ride

If there is any adventure that we love more than biking in the Columbia River Gorge, we would be hard-pressed to identify it. The cycling here is world-renowned and it's no accident it's one of less than a dozen places in the world to have a Peloton-guided scenic ride created around it. We get to do that in real life! We will ride between 35 and 60 miles (60 - 100 km) depending on your interests and the group, with lots of up and down hills, although all at gentle slopes and lower elevations (nothing over 900 feet / 300 meters). The adventure here is a challenge but not an unsurmountable one; from one end of the Columbia River Gorge Scenic Highway to another, or an out-and-back ride from a stunning viewpoint, along a scenic highway, then onto a protected bike/pedestrian pathway. Either way, we will ride some of the country's most beautiful roads and visit beautiful waterfalls like Multnomah and Horsetail Falls. Lunch will be on your own with our recommendations

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Columbia Gorge Scenic Bikeway full day ride

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Columbia Gorge Waterfalls and Mt. Hood Tour - Full Day

sophie_s, Aug 2026

Such a great experience!

Brian was such a thoughtful guide! We visited several beautiful waterfalls along the Columbia River, and the whole drive had major Twilight vibes 🌲😂 We also got to see Mt. Hood — a little smoky, but still gorgeous. Everyone was super friendly, and Brian explained everything clearly. English isn’t my first language, but I still learned a lot of fun facts. Such a great experience!

Columbia Gorge Waterfalls and Mt. Hood Tour - Full Day

Joyce_P, Aug 2026

Must see!!

Must see experience! Guide was knowledgeable and attentive to our group!! This is not wheelchair or handicapped accessible. Just an FYI This tour requires some walking in mild to rough terrain and may not be feasible for handicapped individuals.

Columbia Gorge Waterfalls and Mt. Hood Tour - Full Day

Gale_H, Aug 2026

Outstanding

Jim , our tour guide was amazing. He was so knowledgeable about the area. Loved everything about the trip

Columbia Gorge Waterfalls and Mt. Hood Tour - Full Day

Anne_S, Aug 2026

Amazing

It was a wonderful day Jim was great. Under the circumstances of all the smoke Jim made our day! Amazing!!

Columbia Gorge Waterfalls and Mt. Hood Tour - Full Day

Leena_P, Aug 2026

A great tour, highly recommend it!

We had a great time checking out all the waterfalls and Vista Point as well as Mt Hood. Our guide, Michael, made it extra special. He gave out lots of information as well as made it interesting with some side stories. Since we were making good time so he also showed us some extra waterfalls that were not on the itinerary. He also gave us lots of recommendations on restaurants as well as places to visit. Thanks, Michael, for a memorable trip!

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Know before you go

People exploring the Oneonta Gorge of Columbia River.

Oneonta Gorge is a must-see for nature lovers.
There's no trail through the lower gorge, so hiking here usually involves walking in cold water that can be anything from ankle deep to chest high, depending on the season.
If you plan on hiking, wear closed-toe hiking shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting wet.
The Oneonta Gorge is not accessible for wheelchair users.

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