Ponytail Falls is one of many waterfalls along the scenic Columbia Gorge area. The hike to Pony Tail Falls begins at Horse Tail Falls, about 40 minutes east of Portland, Oregon off of exit 3 when taking I-84.
Combine the natural beauty of Oregon with free family-friendly events for a fun fall weekend. These events take place in Hood River in the beautiful Columbia River Gorge less than an hour from Portland.
Visiting the City of Roses? Check out some of the many free and family-friendly things to see and do in Portland.
Bridal Veil Falls is another kid friendly hike along the Columbia Scenic Highway 25 minutes east of Portland, OR. When you are driving along the highway from Troutdale, OR east toward Multnomah Fall, Bridal Veil will be the second waterfall you come to. It’s just after Latourell Falls. If you would rather take I-84 out to the waterfall area then you will take the Bridal Veiil exit.