# Columbia River Gorge Winter Waterfall Walks: Multnomah Falls & Historic Lodge > Place to go for families in the Portland–Vancouver–Hillsboro area (OR / WA). Times are Pacific Time. - When: Open on its own schedule - Where: Multnomah Falls & Historic Lodge, 50000 Historic Columbia River Hwy, Bridal Veil, OR 97010 - Ages: All ages; stroller-friendly lower viewing deck - Price: Free admission; timed parking permits not required during winter season (Oct–May) - Organizer: U.S. Forest Service & Oregon Department of Transportation - Official page: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/crgnsa/recarea/?recid=30026 - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/portland/activities/columbia-river-gorge-winter-waterfall-walks-multnomah-falls-and-histor--listing-4a12572ad8adaeb86a41d1bf ## About Standing as Oregon's tallest waterfall at 620 feet, Multnomah Falls is an internationally celebrated natural wonder located just 30 miles east of downtown Portland in the Columbia River Gorge. During freezing winter spells, icy mist coats the surrounding vertical basalt amphitheater in dramatic icicles, creating a fairy-tale winter landscape. Families can easily stroll along the paved 5-minute pathway from the parking area to the lower viewing deck right at the base of the roaring lower falls. Inside the 1925 historic stone lodge, families can warm up next to a roaring fireplace, browse the interpretive Forest Service visitor center, and enjoy a family lunch in the lodge dining room. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Paved, barrier-free walkway connects the parking lot directly to the historic lodge and lower waterfall viewing platform; upper trail to Benson Bridge has steeper switchbacks. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Full-service historic lodge with ADA restrooms, baby changing stations, indoor gift shop, and heated dining areas. • Age Suitability: All ages; toddlers and grandparents can easily reach the lower viewpoint without strenuous hiking. • Sensory Tips: The roar of falling water is powerful and invigorating; waterfall spray can be cool and damp, so waterproof coats and warm beanies are strongly recommended. ## Similar picks in Portland - [Latourell Falls Winter Loop & Falls Overlook Walk](https://grassyknees.com/portland/activities/latourell-falls-winter-loop-and-falls-overlook-walk--listing-707696ea65e48eee5a7ee6f6) — Open on its own schedule · Guy W. Talbot State Park (Latourell Falls), Corbett · All ages · Free · checked Nov 5. 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