Multnomah Falls - Historic Columbia River Hightway - OR
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nomadwillie
N 45° 34.567 W 122° 06.850
10T E 569113 N 5047334
This spectacular fall is the second largest in the US.
Waymark Code: WMDG2F
Location: Oregon, United States
Date Posted: 01/11/2012
Views: 21
Multnomah Falls is a waterfall on the Oregon side of the Columbia River Gorge, located east of Troutdale, between Corbett and Dodson, along the Historic Columbia River Highway.
The falls is comprised of 2 drops; the first is 542 feet and the second is 69, with a generally accepted total drop of 620
There is signage indicating that it is the second highest water fall, but the is subject to debate by waterfall experts.
A foot bridge named Benson Footbridge spans 105 feet between the upper and lower cascade, giving it a special ambience not generally found at other waterfalls. It was built in 1914.
A lodge was built at the foot of falls and is listed on the National Register of Historic places.
Program: America's Byways
Website: [Web Link]
Official Name: Historic Columbia River Highway
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