Latourell Falls Family Hike and Picnic

Activity Notes

From OregonHikers.org:

"Latourell Falls is the closest of the major Columbia River Gorge waterfalls to Portland, and it's also one of the most photogenic. A loop hike here takes you up Latourell Creek to see two-tiered Upper Latourell Falls before winding down to the state park picnic area below the highway. Then you can hike up under the highway bridge to the base of Latourell Falls and admire the plunge and basalt columns from below. The waterfalls are beautiful in all seasons, but in the summer, the water flow is very low, creating near misty conditions."

This hike is open to families with children 8 years of age and higher. At least one parent must accompany their child(ren). The trail can be rocky and slippery in the areas near the falls, so only children that can follow instructions should participate.

After the hike we will enjoy a picnic lunch together (please bring your own food) in the picnic area below the Falls, before returning to the MMC in the early-mid afternoon.