Multnomah Falls ebike tour: 5 waterfalls, 3.5 hours

Ride to five waterfalls without planning the stops or the logistics

A self-guided ebike tour in Oregon's Columbia River Gorge takes you to five waterfalls—Latourell, Wahkeena, Multnomah and two others—over 3.5 hours with an electric bike, helmet, lock and digital map included. You're at least 16 years old to ride. The tour skips parking hassle at Multnomah Falls and leaves time for short hikes and a swim at the swimming holes along the route.

Step-by-step itinerary

E-bike tour to Columbia River waterfalls

• Pick up e-bike and gear
• Ride to Multnomah Falls
• Enjoy Multnomah Falls and lodge snack
• Visit Shepperds Dell Falls and swim
• See Horsetail Falls roadside
• Hike to Wahkeena Falls bridge
• Explore Latourell Falls

The Experience

Multnomah Falls sits at the heart of this ride, and the ebike gets you there without circling for a parking spot—the included lock and bike rack sit just 20 feet from the plaza, so you walk straight to the falls. From there, the digital map guides you through the gorge corridor to the other four waterfalls. The route strings them together so you can stop at each one, hike to the best viewpoint, and spend as long as you want before moving on.

The ebike handles the terrain and the distance. Latourell Falls, the 290-foot drop that many riders call their favorite, sits on the route alongside Wahkeena Falls—named for the Yakima word meaning "Most Beautiful"—and smaller falls like Horsetail and Ponytail that most car traffic misses for lack of parking. A short hike takes you to each one. Several have swimming holes if you want to cool off. The 3.5-hour rental window gives you time to see all five and linger at the ones that catch you.

You bring water, snacks, sunglasses and athletic shoes; the tour provides the bike adjusted to your height, the helmet, the lock and the map. An on-site host is there if you have questions about the route or the bike. Riders must be at least 16 years old per Oregon state law.

What’s included

• Electric bike adjusted to your height.
• bike helmet.
• bike lock and rack near Multnomah Falls plaza.
• digital map and guide of the full route.
• on-site host support.

Good to know

Easy physical level

Operated by E-Bike Multnomah Falls

Is this one for you?This tour works for anyone who wants to see multiple waterfalls without driving between them or hunting for parking—the ebike covers the distance and the self-guided format means you set the pace and the stops.

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Top questions

Can I swim at any of the waterfalls on this ebike tour?

Several waterfalls on the route have swimming holes—Latourell Falls has a 290-foot waterfall shower you can stand under, and other stops along the gorge corridor offer places to jump in if you're up for it. Bring a change of clothes or a quick-dry shirt if you plan to swim.

How difficult is the hiking between the ebike stops?

The hikes are short. Most are under a mile, and the route description calls them easy—a 2/3 mile walk to one waterfall, a short hike up to a bridge at Wahkeena Falls to see the best view. The ebike handles the riding; the hikes are the bonus once you arrive.

What happens if I'm not sure where to go on the self-guided route?

The digital map and guide come with the ebike and show the full route through the gorge. An on-site host is available to answer questions about the route or the bike before you leave.

Do I need to book parking separately for this tour?

No. The tour includes a bike lock and rack positioned 20 feet from the Multnomah Falls plaza, so you skip the parking line at Oregon's most popular waterfall and lock your bike instead.

Is this tour suitable if I've never ridden an ebike before?

Yes. The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels. The ebike does the pedaling work, and the route is self-guided at your own pace, so you control how fast you go and how long you spend at each waterfall.