This waterfall hike follows a paved switchbacked path up the steep hillside near the waterfall. While the trail itself is paved and well-maintained, the almost 1,000 vertical feet of elevation gain increases the difficulty to a moderate rating.

After the first set of switchbacks, the trail crosses a magnificent arched stone bridge between the lower falls and the upper falls. The subject of most photographs of the falls, this beautiful construction gives the whole experience a fantastical feeling, as if you're walking in an elven city from Lord of the Rings.

From the bridge, keep climbing to reach the upper viewpoint from the top of Multnomah Falls. "The dizzying view aims down the cataract to the toy-sized lodge and its ant-like crowds," according to Oregon.com.

Once done soaking in the grand views from the falls, either return to your car the way you came or extend your hike into a loop.