Latourell Falls
by Ben Prepelka
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Latourell Falls
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Ben Prepelka
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Heading eastward from the Portland area, travelers find that the Columbia River has managed to cut the only sea level route through the Cascade Mountain Range. And a spectacular gorge it is! Slicing through thick Columbia River basalt, the gorge is 80 miles long and up to 4000 feet deep. Creating a border between the states of Oregon and Washington, the Columbia River Valley can be viewed from scenic highways that follow each side of the river. Roadside attractions on these routes include orchards, wineries, historic landmarks, scenic overlooks, state parks and over 70 waterfalls.
Right along Columbia Gorge Scenic Highway Latourell Creek drops 214 feet over a shear, moss covered cliff. A few short footpaths from the highway lead to either an open viewpoint or down to the base of the falls. The falls is part of the Guy W. Talbot State Park, named for the generous former landowner.
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June 3rd, 2019
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