Wednesday Waterfalls Series: Theme & Variations

Description

Ventura Park to Multnomah Falls Out & Back. This is the crème de la crème in the Waterfalls Series! We will ride to the Columbia River Gorge to view Latourell Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, Wahkeena Falls, and the pièce de résistance Multnomah Falls. This is a wonderful ride for anyone who enjoys scenic miles, good company, and a route that feels like a true getaway more than a workout.

We'll start in the city warming up on mostly flat roads for about 15 miles. (This week there will be a DETOUR from the map because the Stark Street Bridge will still be closed for repairs.) Once we reach the Columbia River Gorge, as we pass each of the magnificent waterfalls, we'll stop briefly for a photo opp. Restrooms will be at the start location, Bridal Veil Falls, and Multnomah Falls. We'll have a rest stop at Multnomah Falls to refill water bottles and have a snack before we turn around for the return ride, and a second rest stop at Rivertrails Café in Troutdale.

You'll have the option to ride with me as a group (we'll re-group at key points) and must be able to maintain a minimum cruising speed of 13 MPH on a flat or gentle hill terrain. Once we reach the Columbia River Gorge, we'll take a slower pace for climbing. Riders slower than 13 MPH on Level A terrain and faster riders are welcome to participate non-group and ride at their own pace.