Pets allowed
Allowed
Elevation Gain
600.00 ft (182.88 m)
Trail type
Loop
Distance
4.00 mi (6.44 km)
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Just past Multnomah Falls, this adventure has what most hikers are looking for: waterfalls, old-growth forest, big vistas and even a little scrambling at Oneonta Gorge.  In terms of waterfalls, you are really getting a four-for-one deal on this hike, as Horsetail Falls is just the beginning. The other three remarkable falls are Ponytail Falls, Oneonta Bridge Falls (or Middle Falls) and Triple Falls.  If you head into the Oneonta Gorge, you can also add Lower Oneonta Falls to the list.  Regardless of how you count them, this hike won’t disappoint!  If you are on the trail in late spring or early summer, be sure to look for the crisp, articulated red columbine flower and the delicate pacific starflower.

Logistics + Planning

Preferable season(s)

Winter
Spring
Summer
Fall

Congestion

High

Parking Pass

Not Required

Pros

Four waterfalls. Old-growth forest. Numerous wildflowers.

Cons

None.

Trailhead Elevation

120.00 ft (36.58 m)

Features

Waterfalls
Big vistas
Old-growth forest
Wildflowers

Location

Comments

10/18/2015
Fall is a beautiful time of year to view the waterfalls in the Columbia River Gorge.
Thanks for the update, Andrew!
05/31/2015
Groups have created a work-around trail that allows passage past the slide that Chris mentioned. The trail is slightly steeper in this section, and rocks shift under your feet, but there is little risk beyond the potential for a rolled ankle. The hike up to Triple Falls is still worth the adventure. Glad the trail is accessible again!
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