Waterfall Corridor Timed Use Permit
Multnomah Falls and Waterfall Corridor Timed Use Permits
The Waterfall Corridor offers access to some of the most stunning waterfalls and geologic features of the western Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Recreation opportunities abound with access to picnic areas, scenic viewpoints, trails and the Historic Columbia River Highway National Historic Landmark.
Timed Use Permits provides access for one private vehicle and its occupants to visit US Forest Services sites within the Waterfall Corridor between Bridal Veil (Exit 28) and Ainsworth (Exit 35). These sites include Wahkeena Falls recreation area, Oneonta Trailhead, Horsetail Falls recreation area, and access to Multnomah Falls for visitors using the Historic Columbia River Highway parking lot. Starting May 24th through September 5th, reservations will be available on an hourly basis from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Permits will be available on a per private vehicle basis. A Timed Use Permit reservation does not guarantee parking.
Need to Know
- Requirements for Entering the Waterfall Corridor
Visitors arriving by private vehicle or motorcycle are required to obtain a Waterfall Corridor Timed Use Permit.
Please have printed or digital copy of your Timed Use Permit available to be checked at the check-in area.
- When are Permits Required
Timed Use Permits will be required between 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. daily from May 24th through September 5th, 2022.
- Parking
A Timed Use Permit reservation does not guarantee parking.
- Access to the Waterfall Corridor
The Waterfall Corridor can be accessed from Interstate 84 at Bridal Veil (Exit 28) and Ainsworth (Exit 35).
- Entrance Times
Please arrive as close to your one-hour time slot as possible, starting at the time indicated on the permit. You may not enter the site prior to your reservation and your permit becomes invalid one hour after time indicated.
- Length of Stay
You may stay longer than an hour, however if you leave after your time slot you will not be allowed to enter the corridor without a valid Waterfall Corridor Timed Use Permit for a subsequent time slot.
- Reservation Limit
Visitors are allowed to purchase up to two Waterfall Corridor Timed Use Permits per day.
