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Wiesendanger Falls – Fairy Falls loop from Benson State Recreation Area

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United States

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Multnomah County

Wiesendanger Falls – Fairy Falls loop from Benson State Recreation Area

Hard

4.6

(4621)

13,342

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Wiesendanger Falls – Fairy Falls loop from Benson State Recreation Area

05:10

14.9km

770m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 4, 2026

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Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 6.90 km for 867 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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190 m

Multnomah Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

Here's a perfect spot to take a break, park your bike, and walk up the trail for an excellent view of both Lower and Upper Multnomah Falls.

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548 m

Multnomah Falls and Benson Bridge

Highlight • Waterfall

Oregon’s tallest waterfall, Multnomah Falls plunges 620 feet over basalt cliffs with beautiful thunder. Climb to the turn just above Benson Bridge to feel the mist on your face.

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2.42 km

Wiesendanger Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

This waterfall was named for Albert Wiesendanger, who was a Forest Service Ranger in the first half of the 20th century and a driving force behind the Keep Oregon Green …

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2.69 km

Multnomah Creek is a stream that flows into the Columbia River. It is mostly known for the impressive Multnomah Falls that are easily accessible from the Historic Columbia River Highway. Hiking upstream you will find several other waterfalls.

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2.98 km

Multnomah Creek

Highlight • River

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12.0 km

Fairy Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

A waterfall from a fairy tale: The creek cascades over multiple mossy rocks creating a veil of water.

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13.3 km

Wahkeena Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

This waterfall is easily accessible from the Historic Columbia River Highway. Left of the creek you can climb up a steep trail to reach Lemmons Viewpoint with great views across the Columbia River Gorge.

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14.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.3 km

870 m

704 m

Surfaces

10.6 km

2.79 km

793 m

339 m

330 m

Elevation

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Wiesendanger Falls – Fairy Falls loop from Benson State Recreation Area

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Multnomah Falls

Multnomah Falls and Benson Bridge

Wiesendanger Falls

Multnomah Creek

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