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Portland, OR / Portland, OR
6 Days/5 Nights
Level 2 - What's This?
Up To 7 Guests
Waterfalls and long exposures: Master the art of waterfall photography in the Columbia River Gorge, home to some of the best and most diverse falls in the U.S.
Spring wildflowers and vibrant landscapes: Capture the stunning bloom of balsamroot and lupine across lush green hills with Mount Hood as a backdrop
Seascapes on the Oregon Coast: Photograph iconic Cannon Beach with its towering sea stacks, dramatic sunsets, and hidden coastal gems like waterfalls cascading into the ocean
Expert guidance in iconic and hidden locations: Benefit from local knowledge as experienced guides lead you to both well-known landmarks and off-the-beaten-path photographic treasures
Welcome to Backcountry Journeys' Columbia River Gorge: Waterfalls, Wildflowers, & Seascapes photo workshop, where adventure meets creativity and nature's beauty is yours to capture. Join us on a journey through one of the Pacific Northwest's most iconic landscapes, where the Columbia River meanders through towering cliffs, lush forests, and cascading waterfalls. Plus, we'll spend two nights on the northern Oregon Coast, at one of Oregon's most famous beaches - Cannon Beach.
Over six unforgettable days, our experienced photography guides will lead you to some of the Gorge's most scenic spots. From the misty spray of Multnomah Falls to the vivid colors of Columbia Hills in full bloom, this workshop offers endless possibilities for creative exploration and artistic expression. There's so much diversity to photograph on this trip.
In spring, the Columbia River Gorge comes alive with lush greens and the surrounding hills bloom with balsamroot and lupine - but you have to know where to go! Leave that to our guides who have been photographing the Gorge and the Pacific Northwest for years. We know the icons and the hidden gems.
A big focus of this workshop will be waterfalls and long exposure photography. The Gorge features some of the best waterfalls in the United States, there are 90 waterfalls alone on the Oregon side and the Washington side has some great ones too. We'll spend time photographing giant falls, small cascades, and everything in between.
And that's not all – we'll also take a journey to the coast and visit iconic Cannon Beach, where you'll have the chance to capture the rugged beauty of the Oregon Coast. With its towering sea stacks and dramatic sunsets, this is a photographer's dream come true. Cannon Beach is central to many great spots along the northern Oregon Coast. We'll check out a lighthouse or two and even photograph a hidden beach where a waterfall cascades into the ocean.
This is always a very productive trip. You'll have the chance to bolster your portfolio with tons of images, from waterfalls to wildflowers to seascapes. There will also be opportunities to photograph Oregon's Mount Hood with wildflower blooms.
Our Columbia River Gorge photo workshop promises to be an unforgettable experience. So grab your camera and join us for an adventure through some of the Pacific Northwest's most iconic landscapes!
All listed meals and non-alcoholic beverages during the workshop
All transportation during the workshop
All lodging during the workshop
All permits and park fees
Professional photography guiding and instruction
Gratuity for service staff
Transportation to and from Portland, Oregon
Meals not listed as included on the itinerary
Lodging outside workshop dates
Alcoholic beverages
Souvenirs and personal items
Gratuity for photography guide(s). Please refer to our FAQ section for more details about gratuities
Trip Insurance & Medical Evacuation Insurance - see plans here.
Most meals included – (B,L,D) denotes Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 1 (Travel Day) (D)
Arrive to Portland, Oregon and transfer to the starting hotel. We will meet at 5:00 pm local time for orientation and dinner.
Days 2 - 3 (B,L,D)
We'll depart from Portland and head to the beautiful Hood River area, where we'll stay the next few nights. This area is adjacent to the Columbia River Gorge and boasts one of the highest densities of waterfalls in the USA. We'll spend our days exploring the 'Gorge' and photographing waterfalls, cascades, and even Mount Hood! Spring brings wildflowers blooms to the surrounding hills and savannahs of the Gorge and we'll spend time photographing the best blooms during golden hour light. These wildflowers sometime line up with Mount Hood for spectacular shots.
Expect lots of photography with a lot of diverse locations.
Days 4 - 5 (B,L,D)
We'll spend the morning of Day 4 visiting some final waterfalls in the Gorge and then we'll head out to the rugged northern Oregon Coast. We'll spend the next two nights staying in the Cannon Beach area. Cannon Beach is not only one of the most scenic Oregon beaches, but it is nearby many other great seascapes.
We'll spend sunrise and sunset along the coast, plus we'll visit a lighthouse and quaint coastal town or two. Expect some image review and post processing mid-day during this period.
Day 6 (B)
We'll photograph sunrise along the coast, get breakfast, and then make our way back to Portland. Expect to be back in the Portland area around 12 pm.
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