Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
Hood River/Multnomah/Skamania Counties, Oregon/Washington · Columbia River Gorge NSA, 902 Wasco Ave, Hood River, OR 97031
Location Details
Type
Outdoor / Nature
Setting
Exterior
Parking
Yes
Power
No
Size
Vast
Prior Filming
No
Permit
Required
Visual Character
“80-mile river gorge, 77 waterfalls including Multnomah Falls, basalt cliffs, Historic Columbia River Highway”
⚠️ Restrictions
No drones without permit. Leave No Trace. Check seasonal closures.
About this location
The Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area stretches 80 dramatic miles across Oregon and Washington, offering filmmakers an unparalleled natural backdrop of towering basalt cliffs, lush forests, and 77 cascading waterfalls—including the iconic 620-foot Multnomah Falls. This stunning outdoor location delivers cinematic diversity within a single region, from intimate woodland scenes along the Historic Columbia River Highway to expansive river vistas and moss-draped cliff faces perfect for adventure, drama, and period productions. Permits are required for filming in this public scenic area, making it essential for productions seeking authentic Pacific Northwest landscapes with complex geological formations and pristine waterfall sequences.
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