Ramona Falls Trail #797

Trail access is affected by annual recreational gate closure, December 1 to April 1. Please see our Roads Table for current information.

Note: There is no hiker bridge to cross the Sandy River. A bridge will not be installed. The trail is still accessible from the Ramona Falls Trailhead, but hikers must use caution at the river crossing. The river is very swift and often carries a strong current. Learn more: River Crossing Guide

This trail enters the Mount Hood Wilderness. Ramona Falls is a jewel drawing visitors to the area. The Sandy River, a designated Wild and Scenic River, is a dramatic example of the forces that a glacial-fed river can bring forth to change the landscape. Physical signs of a volcanic debris flow from over 200 years ago are evident where the trail is near the Sandy River.

Most visitors access this trail from Ramona Falls Trailhead. The distance round-trip from this point is 7 miles. From this trailhead, visitors take the Sandy River Trail one mile eastward to where it crosses the Sandy River. (The Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail #2000 overlaps with Ramona Falls for a couple miles in this area.) Equestrians going to Ramona Falls will stay on the southern side of the loop that goes along above the Sandy River. Hikers can choose which way to do the loop; it's about the same distance either way. Overall the route is a gentle climb gaining 1000’ over the 3.5 miles to the falls. There are large sections with no tree cover - come prepared with sun protection and plenty of water.

Trail Description and Map (PDF file)

At a Glance