TandemEZ Columbia Gorge E-Bike Tour: Historic Highway, Waterfalls & Multnomah Falls

Ride the Columbia River Gorge with TandemEZ on a guided full-day e-bike trip that pairs easy power with big scenery. The route follows the Historic Columbia River Highway through the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, a deep canyon cut through Columbia River basalt cliffs striated with waterfalls and ancient oaks. Meeting and finish points vary by route—options include Latourelle Falls, Ainsworth State Park, Cascade Locks and Wyeth State Park—so you can tailor mileage and highlights to your group. These outings are built around the TandemEZ Model 2EZ, a two-person e-bike that turns upstream wind and grades into relaxed conversation and shared control. Groups ride supported, with bike delivery, pickup, and a vehicle support team ready along the corridor. Typical suggested itineraries range from a 12-mile Viento–Wyeth loop to a 30-mile out-and-back that lets you stop at signature cascades like Horsetail Falls and Multnomah Falls and linger at the historic Multnomah Falls Lodge. What makes this experience stand out is the combination of human-scale exploration and infrastructure: you follow a century-old route—the Historic Columbia River Highway, completed in the 1910s—while skirting sheer basalt cliffs and viewing waterfalls that pour off the Gorge’s volcanic amphitheater. The e-bike levels the field for mixed-ability groups; stokers (rear riders) can enjoy the ride, while captains steer. There’s a practical local edge too: operators handle logistics, so the group rides without car shuttles and with on-demand mechanical help. Expect five hours on the waterless road, plenty of stopping time, and about 1,200 feet of climbing on the more ambitious legs. The Gorge’s microclimate means mornings are often cool and clear, while afternoons can produce river breezes and shifting sun. Wildlife sightings are common—raptors, black-tailed deer and river otters appear along river pulls—and basalt columns and moss-covered cliffs frame most photos. This tour is especially good for families who meet the stoker/captain age and height rules, groups of friends, and photographers who want easy access to the Gorge’s classic viewpoints without the fatigue. The operator requires a signed Riders’ Agreement and follows safety and equipment protocols; note that children under 18 ride as stokers and captains must be 18 or older. If you want to explore the Columbia Gorge’s waterfalls without a long, sweaty climb, TandemEZ offers a social, supported way to experience one of the Pacific Northwest’s most photogenic corridors. Tours run seasonally from May 15 to Oct 15 with recommended rollouts between 8:30 and 10:00 AM; exact meeting and pickup details are provided at booking. Groups are limited—maximum sixteen riders with an eight-person minimum—so book early to secure tandem pairings. The rental agreement and liability forms are managed by Asia Link Inc dba TandemEZ, who provide trained staff and vehicle support for outings.