Explore the Historic Columbia River Highway at your own pace on a convenient Open-Air Trolley
Want to avoid the traffic and parking problems on the Historic Columbia River Highway or having to make another reservation to actually see the Falls. Want to take a hike on one or more of the trails but uncertain about parking. Want to marvel at the sights and not miss the history and geography behind them? Enjoy your trip on the Historic Highway instead of worrying about the traffic, the road and parking. Hop on our narrated Historic Columbia River Highway Trolley (Waterfall Trolley) for an experience you will not forget on the world famous waterfall corridor. Hop on or hop off at one of the ten stops for some sightseeing or a hike. You can hop back on the next trolley. Stops are made at Corbett, Crown Point, Latourell Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, Angels Rest, Wahkeena Falls, Multnomah Falls, Triple Falls, Horsetail Falls and Ainsworth. We do not stop at non designated sites.
The ticket price for the Waterfall Trolley in 2026 is $37 adult (age13 and up), $19 youth (ages 6-12), Free for a child (ages 0-5). Click on “Buy Tickets” to complete your purchase.
Our new for 2026 sales booth address, parking lot and guest loading address is 35800 E. Historic Columbia River Highway, Corbett, Oregon 97019. This is also the address of the Corbett School. Look for the Green Trolley Sales Booth in the Parking Lot,. The Corbett sales booth, parking lot and departure point in late August and September (when school is back in session) is still being finalized. Check back here for updates.
No time to make a reservation on the trolley? That’s OK, we will fit you on the next available trolley if you come to our sales booth and parking area in Corbett. If you are already on the Historic Highway buy a ticket on this website and show your phone to a driver guide who will issue you the actual ticket/sticker. We cannot sell a ticket on the State right of way but we can honor you online reservation and ticket.
Note regarding Multnomah Falls Visitor Reservations: A permit system will be in place for the 2026 season for visitors to Multnomah Falls.
All visitors to Multnomah Falls and Lodge and viewing areas arriving by private vehicle via I-84 will need a timed use permit. This timed permit does not reserve or guarantee you a parking space in any parking lot. See our FAQs regarding the probability of getting a parking spot for your visit. If you arrive on one of our tours or via the Waterfall Trolley you will not need a permit and your entry to the Falls and Lodge can be at any time during the day.
If you want to take a stroll or a hike while in the waterfall corridor make sure to download or ask for one of our Information and Trail Guides at the sales booth so you can review the various options to best enjoy your time in the Gorge on the Waterfall Trolley.
The Waterfall Trolley is wheelchair accessible. Please see our FAQ page, question 17 for details.
Schedule
May 23, 24, 25, 30, 31 – June 1 to September 13: Daily
Transportation to the Waterfall Trolley
Waterfall Express
Transportation to the Waterfall Trolley from Portland (PDX07)
Open-air Trolleys
Our trolleys feature a two open sections for unobstructed sightseeing and photo taking. The center section of each trolley is enclosed with large windows in case of inclement weather.
Departure Points
If you are driving, please join this tour in Corbett on the Historic Highway with ample free parking available at our departure location in Corbett. If you arrive by scheduled bus service from the Portland area, you may join the tour at Multnomah Falls. If you are in Portland consider our Waterfall Express – PDX07.
Tours from 9am to 4pm
Initial boarding is possible at any of our stops but the preferred location is at Corbett where free parking is available. The departures from Corbett are at the top of each hour until noon beginning at 9:00am. The last departure from Corbett at 3:00pm. The departures from Multnomah Falls Lodge westbound are at the top of the hour starting at 9:58am.