Multnomah

Multnomah is a name associated with several places and entities in Oregon, United States, most prominently in the Portland metropolitan area. The name traces back to the historic Multnomah people, a Chinookan-speaking Indigenous group who lived along the lower Columbia River. Over time, changes in settlement, disease, and displacement reduced the distinct tribal presence, but the Multnomah name remains in local geography and place names.

Multnomah County is a county in northwestern Oregon that includes much of the city of Portland. It is the most populous county in the state and serves as a political and economic center for the region. The county government operates with a board of commissioners and provides services across a range of areas, including health, public safety, and transportation. The county is home to major regional institutions, businesses, and cultural resources, and is a focal point for tourism in the Columbia River Gorge and the Portland area.

Multnomah Falls is a prominent waterfall located in the Columbia River Gorge along the Historic Columbia River Highway. The falls, with a total height often cited around several hundred feet, are a major tourist destination and feature a viewing area and a historic bridge near the base. The site draws visitors year-round and is closely associated with the surrounding Gorge scenic and recreational resources.

Multnomah Village is a neighborhood in southwest Portland that originated as a streetcar suburb in the late 19th or early 20th century. It is characterized by a compact, walkable commercial district with shops, restaurants, and residential areas that reflect a small-town feel within the broader city.

In addition to these, the term Multnomah appears in other local contexts, including institutions and geographical features named to honor the historical Multnomah people and their legacy in the region.