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Portland Women's Forum State Scenic Viewpoint
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#2 of 15 things to do in Troutdale
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Tad's Chicken 'n Dumplins
309
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Big Bear's Market and Deli
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Historic Springdale Pub And Eatery
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54°40′ Brewing Company
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Riverview Restaurant
185
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Ristorante Di Pompello
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2.4 mi$$ - $$$ • Italian • Vegetarian Friendly • Vegan Options
Troutdale General Store
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2.3 mi$$ - $$$ • Dessert • American • Cafe
Riverview
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Attractions
43 within 6 miles
Shepperd's Dell State Natural Area
33
0 ftState Parks
Wahkeena Falls
214
143 ftWaterfalls
Columbia River Highway
482
143 ftHistoric Sites
Vista House
664
Architectural Buildings
Latourell Falls
292
Waterfalls
Columbia Gorge Scenic Highway
107
Scenic Drives
Crown Point State Park
76
2.8 miHistoric Walking Areas • Scenic Drives
Steigerwald Lake National Wildlife Refuge
63
2.6 miNature & Wildlife Areas
Captain William Clark Park
24
1.9 miParks
Oxbow Regional Park
42
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David G
Santa Clarita, CA515 contributions
Just phenomenal!
May 2021
We passed by this scenic viewpoint on our way to Multnomah falls hike, but didn't stop due to time constraints. You know you can't see everything..... So next day, I got on my bicycle in Troutdale and rode up Historic US Highway 30 to see it myself! Great ride along the highway and what a great reward!! The view of the Columbia River Gorge is absolutely spectacular (luckily is was a gorgeous day). I met other bicyclists there who ride it every weekend - wow! They told me the views as sunset are spectacular too!
Written May 21, 2021
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Kent O
Portland, OR121 contributions
Best view in the Columbia Gorge
Jul 2019 • Couples
This is arguably the best view in Oregon's Columbia Gorge. It's now called Portland Women's Forum State Scenic Viewpoint but in the old days was known as Chanticleer Point. A plus is that looking to the east, you have a good view of Crown Point with the Columbia Gorge in the background.
Written July 24, 2019
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1Jaybee1
Newport News, VA1,280 contributions
So scenic
May 2019 • Solo
It's definitely worth a stop. Great photo op. There is plenty of parking there and it looked like there was a trail.
Written June 18, 2019
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sandybeaches23
Lansdale, PA101 contributions
Great View!
Oct 2016 • Couples
It was a misty day but the view was amazing. I have a fear of heights but was able to enjoy the vistas at this spot.
Written October 15, 2016
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James H
Titusville3,489 contributions
Begin your Historic 30 trip here
Jun 2013 • Couples
This is the first viewpoint on the 7 mile journey down Historic 30 and waterfall drive. If the weather cooperates (Oregon?) you will be rewarded with a great view up and down the great Columbia River. It will give you a nice view of your next stop Crown Point Vista House where you can get important information regarding the location and hiking necessary for each fall. This is the first viewpoint on your trip down the avenue of the waterfalls that has sufficient parking. It has a large monument at the entrance relating to Lewis and Clark. Beautiful views when it is clear weather.
Written June 22, 2013
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David B
Kentwood, MI289 contributions
Spectacular views, no crowds
Sep 2021
Hidden gem off the beaten path. Views as good as the Vista House with almost no other people around.

Views to the East down the Columbia River Gorge were spectacular.
Written October 2, 2021
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simivalley1699
Washington, the State2,099 contributions
Great view of the Vista House and the river
Nov 2020
In November it's quite a different view from when we were there in June. Loved all the color of the trees.
Written November 8, 2020
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Joebob747
Neenah, WI259 contributions
Outstand views
Sep 2019
Excellent first stop on Hwy 30. Great views of the river and along the bluffs. Nice place to take some scenic shots of Vista House too.
Written September 17, 2019
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Tiger810
Usa86 contributions
Best viewpoint along the river
Sep 2019
I have visited several viewpoints of the river from Portland to far east of Hood River. This one is the best viewpoint to see the river. If you look the west, you can see the Vista House which is another famous point to see the river, but not as good as this one. You don't need to spend much time just look, feel and enjoy. The river, mountain and the Vista House reach a great combination.
The only tip I would provide, visit it in the afternoon, late afternoon might be better, depends on the weather, cloud/sun.
Written September 11, 2019
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Jan F
Irvine95 contributions
Great Photo Spot
Jun 2019 • Couples
Best place to go for photos of the gorge. They look like picture post cards. Definitely worth the drive.
Written June 4, 2019
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