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2017 Map of Multnomah Falls

Name: 2017 Topographic Map of Multnomah Falls
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2017
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2017

About this map

Multnomah Falls and the dramatic verticality of the Columbia River Gorge dominate this landscape, where the river serves as the state boundary between Oregon and Washington. The northern bank features the Franz Lake National Wildlife Refuge and the slopes of Archer Mtn, while the southern Oregon side is characterized by steep basalt cliffs and famous landmarks. Historic transportation routes are visible along the river, including the Oneonta Tunnel 1759 and the rail lines serving the settlements of Warrendale and Dodson.

Further south, the terrain rises sharply into the Mount Hood National Forest, reaching high points at Larch Mtn and Sherrard Point. Numerous drainages like Oneonta Cr and Horsetail Falls cut through the range, illustrating the complex hydrology that feeds the area's iconic waterfalls. The presence of Wahclella Natural Park and Latourell Prairie highlights the varied ecology of the Gorge, from river-level marshes to high-altitude forests.