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Byway: Oregon - Historic Columbia River Highway
Byway Description: Travel to magnificent overlooks that provide views of the Columbia River and five waterfalls, including Multnomah Falls. Additional waterfalls are accessible via the many adjacent trails. Throughout the spring, see magnificent wildflower displays, including many endemic plants. The Columbia River formed the last leg of the Lewis and Clark Expedition and was part of the early route of the Oregon Trail.
Time to Allow: 3-5 hours minimum (many travelers take a few days to experience all the sites)
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Reproduced with permission from the National Scenic Byways Online: www.byways.org
"The National Scenic Byways Program recognizes highways that are outstanding examples of our nation's beauty, history, culture, and recreational experience by designating them as All-American Roads and National Scenic Byways. The roads being featured were designated by the Secretary of Transportation from nominations submitted by the states and federal land management agencies. These designations provide a compass for people from all over the world to explore America's treasured open roads."
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