The trail runs through the forest for 1.2 miles from the parking area and then crosses a temporary bridge across the Sandy River.  The bridge is only in place from late April through October.  Access to Ramona falls when the bridge is out would probably be from the Bald Mtn. area.

After crossing the bridge and walking through some sand and you reach the start of the loop.  Although the shortest trail to the falls is to the right, it is a very uninteresting journey that is harder going than taking the slightly longer path to the left.  As you go left you follow Ramona Creek and have wonderful view of wild Rhododendrons (when in season), and magnificent cliffs.

When you reach the falls you'll understand why it is such a popular destination.  Personally, I'd take the same trail back, but if you want to cut a little time off the return trip (it is about .5 mi shorter), just continue around the loop.  It isn't nearly as scenic.  You also have the option of taking a left from Ramona falls and following the Bald mountain loop which would add another 6 miles to your hike.  There are some very impressive views of Mt. Hood from Bald Mtn.

Take Highway 26 from Portland toward Mt. Hood.  After 40 miles, you'll reach Zig Zag (don't blink, you'll miss it).  Take a left onto East Lolo Pass road.  After about 4 miles turn right onto Forest Road 1825.  You'll turn right over a bridge that crosses the sandy river and continue on 1825.  At the two mile mark you'll want to stay left onto Road 100 until you reach the parking area after about a half mile.

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