Full-Day Mt. Hood & Columbia Gorge Tour — Waterfalls, Timberline Lodge & Wine Tasting

Portland•moderate

Difficulty

moderate

Duration

8–9 hours

Fitness Level

Casual fitness—able to walk short stairs and boardwalks, stand for 10–30 minutes at viewpoints and tastings.

Overview

Spend a private day driving the Historic Columbia River Highway from Portland to Mt. Hood: Timberline Lodge, Multnomah Falls, two vineyards and a locally sourced lunch. This full-day tour blends geology, history and wine tasting with flexible pickup and a knowledgeable guide.

Full-Day Mt. Hood & Columbia Gorge Tour — Waterfalls, Timberline Lodge & Wine Tasting

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Wildlife

Brewery

Sightseeing Tour

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Date

Thu, Oct 30

Travelers

The van eases east out of Portland before dawn, headlights cutting through coastal fog. As the city drops behind you, the road climbs into forest—Douglas firs and hemlock leaning in like an audience—and then Mt. Hood appears: a broad, glaciated cone that seems to wait for a camera. On this private full-day tour the mountain and the Columbia River Gorge alternate between commanding views and intimate moments: the thunder of Multnomah Falls, a quiet vineyard tasting in a sun-flecked row of pinot noir, and a lunch pulled from local ingredients on a roadside table.

Adventure Photos

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Adventure Tips

Dress in layers

Temperatures vary from Portland to Timberline Lodge—pack a windproof shell and a warm mid-layer for summit viewpoints.

Footwear for short walks

Sturdy walking shoes or light hikers are ideal—trail surfaces are mostly boardwalks, paved viewpoints, and packed dirt.

Bring ID for tastings

Tasting rooms require valid ID; one glass is included but plan for purchases or additional pours at your own cost.

Start early to avoid crowds

Morning departures reduce the likelihood of long lines at Multnomah Falls and busy winery seating on weekends.

Local Insights

Wildlife

black-tailed deer
bald eagle

History

Timberline Lodge was a 1930s WPA project and is a National Historic Landmark; the Gorge’s cliffs reflect both volcanic flows and the Missoula Floods at the end of the Ice Age.

Conservation

The Sandy River watershed has seen dam removals and restoration to support salmon and steelhead; limit off-trail travel and support local producers who follow sustainable farming and winemaking practices.