Columbia River Gorge, Oregon

On this fall foliage getaway, the earliest leaf changes can be seen sometime in early September. But it’s in mid-to-late October that the fall colors will be on full display in the area.

Going through the Cascade Mountains and forming a border between Washington and northern Oregon, the 85-mile Columbia River Gorge is a sublime sight any time.

But in autumn, it’s breathtaking when the cottonwoods, firs, Oregon ash, big-leaf maples, and twisted pines begin to show their colors.

While on this fall foliage getaway, visitors can take in the different colored hues while driving along the river, hiking the trails, or rafting and kayaking down the river. And suppose you’re wondering where you should stay.

In that case, the historic Columbia Gorge Hotel has the ABSOLUTE best views of the gorge, including the 207-foot Wah Gwin Gwin waterfall. On the other hand, the Society Hotel Bingen offers total luxury inside its renovated schoolhouse halls.