Hood River
Hood River is ideally situated for outdoor activities due to its location in the Columbia River Gorge. Multnomah Falls and Starvation Creek Falls are only two of the breathtaking waterfalls in the 80-mile-long valley that may be reached by a number of hiking trails. In addition, it's regarded as the home of windsurfing and a top spot for kiteboarding and sailing, among other water activities. Travelers can relax with a few beers at one of the town's microbreweries after a long day of exploring.
In the northwest of the country, on the Columbia River, sits the town of Hood River, Oregon. It serves as Hood River County's county seat. Mount Hood is around 30 minutes away, Portland is an hour away, and White Salmon, Washington is about 10 minutes away from the city.
Hood River is a great location for wind sports, but there are also many of other activities available if that's not your thing. You'll be pleasantly surprised, I think, by the live music, dining, shopping, breweries, hiking, and bike trails that are available to keep everyone entertained. You won't regret taking a side trip off the freeway the next time you're traveling through Oregon to spend a day or two in Hood River.
Rankings:
- #7 in Best Places to Visit in Oregon
State: Oregon
