Did all the above plus Horsetail, Ponytail, and Bridal Veil on a day spent on the Oregon side of the Columbia Gorge.
Ponytail and Wachella were our absolute favorites. Ponytail is a half mile hike up above Horsetail which is right beside Oregon's Waterfall Corridor Highway. The trail winds behind Ponytail offering a different perspective from most waterfalls.
Wachella was our longest hike of the day clocking in at just over 3 miles total. It was our favorite as the trial parallels Tanner Creek as we hiked up the valley. Our senses enhanced by the flowing water and blooming flowers.
It was interesting how the falls create their own micro climate with wind flowing out from the falls.
None of the hikes were long. Some were roadside (Horsetail) or near roadside requiring a short walk (Bridal Viel, Lutourell). Perhaps that also enhanced our appeal of Ponytail and Wachella?
Oregon does an excellent job making the waterfalls in the gorge easy to reach but make sure you arrive early or get a timed entry permit lest you be denied entry to the core area. Wachella is outside the permit area but requires a Northwest Forest Pass (or equivalent).
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