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🛥️ Summer bucket list: Cruise the Columbia River Gorge on a jet boat

June 21, 2023 • 
Portland Spirit River Cruises
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a jet boat cruising on a bright blue river on a sunny day

“7 Wonders of the Gorge,” which runs at 2 p.m., joins the “Bigfoot Adventure Cruise” (runs at 9 a.m.) as Portland Spirit’s second daily tour.

Photo by Aaron Greene


Did you know? Not only does the Portland Spirit have its own jet boat dedicated to cruising the Columbia River Gorge, but they’ve also launched a brand-new cruise experience.

Portlanders can hop aboard to experience “7 Wonders of the Gorge,” a new guided tour to learn about the gorge’s geography and its unique wonders, including:

  • Cape Horn
  • Multnomah Falls
  • Crown Point
  • Rooster Rock
  • Beacon Rock
  • Mount Hood
  • and more

Explorer Jetboat cruises run at 9 a.m. + 2 p.m., Wednesdays-Fridays (closed Tuesdays) from July-September.*

Book your summer adventure

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