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Columbia River Gorge
There is so much to see and do in the Columbia River Gorge, but knowing how to plan will save you time and money. Let our team at Sasquatch be your guide to getting the most out of your visit.
What Makes the Columbia River Gorge Unlike Anywhere Else
Stand at Crown Point on a clear morning and look east. The Columbia runs straight through a wall of mountains, the cliffs on either side rise thousands of feet, and tucked into the folds of those cliffs is one waterfall after another. It doesn’t look like anywhere else, because it...Learn More
Getting From Portland to Multnomah Falls, and What the 35-Minute Estimate Doesn’t Tell You
You type Multnomah Falls into Google Maps from anywhere in Portland and it tells you the same thing every time. About 30 miles. Roughly 35 minutes. It looks like one of the easiest day trips in the state, and for most of the year, it is. Then you actually leave...Learn More
Do You Need a Ticket for Multnomah Falls? Clearing Up the Confusion
We hear this question almost every single day at the outlets: “Wait, do I need to buy a ticket for Multnomah Falls?” The honest answer is no, not to see the falls themselves. But if you’re planning to drive there and park, the system you’re actually dealing with is a...Learn More
How to Experience the Columbia River Gorge Affordably
The Columbia River Gorge shouldn’t be expensive to visit, but we’ve watched people turn a simple waterfall day trip into a $100+ per person ordeal without meaning to. Between parking fees, last-minute food purchases, impulse decisions, and poor planning, costs spiral quickly. Here’s what we’ve learned after years of helping...Learn More
Hood River Food + Gorge Waterfalls: Combining Wine and Waterfalls
We get asked all the time: can you really do both the waterfalls and Hood River’s food scene in one day? The honest answer is yes, but not the way most people try to do it. The typical plan looks something like this: start at Multnomah Falls around 10 AM,...Learn More
Ultimate Columbia River Gorge Photography Guide: 10 Must-Shoot Locations
I need to be honest with you about Columbia River Gorge photography: the gap between what you see on Instagram and what actually happens in the field is massive. Those perfectly timed shots at Multnomah Falls with nobody else in frame? The photographer woke up at 5 AM. That golden-hour...Learn More
First-Time Visitor Mistakes at The Columbia River Gorge (And How to Avoid Them)
We’ve been running shuttles to the Columbia River Gorge long enough to recognize the pattern: excited visitors planning their Saturday waterfall adventure, followed by frustrated texts around 11 AM about parking lot nightmares. The Gorge is genuinely spectacular—one of those rare places that exceeds the hype. But with 3 million...Learn More
🍂 Experience the Waterfall Loop Tour in the Fall: Your Guide to the Perfect Gorge Getaway
When autumn arrives in Oregon, the Columbia River Gorge transforms into a golden paradise. Crisp air, fiery leaves, and mist rising from cascading waterfalls make it one of the most magical times of year to visit. And with the Sasquatch Shuttle Waterfall Loop Tour, you can experience all of it...Learn More
Adventures With Sasquatch Shuttle: Exploring the Gorge Stop by Stop
When you ride with Sasquatch Shuttle, you’re not just getting from point A to point B—you’re joining a community of adventurers who are here to experience the Columbia River Gorge in its purest form. From snapping photos at waterfalls to soaking in sweeping views, every stop along our Waterfall Loop...Learn More
Discover the timeless beauty of Multnomah Falls and some tips along the way 🌿
Must-See Highlights ✨ Tip: visit early in the morning for fewer crowds and the best photo opportunities. Plan Your Visit 🗓️ Few natural wonders capture the heart quite like Multnomah Falls. Cascading an impressive 620 feet in two breathtaking tiers, it’s not only Oregon’s tallest waterfall but also one of...Learn More
