Kathleen & Alex
Things To Do
Mount Hood
Mt. Hood: *Please be prepared for crowds given the popularity of the area in the summer and especially during a holiday weekend :) Hikes: 1. McNeil Point Trail - best suited for more experienced hikers (8.5 miles) but it has some of the best views in the area! https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/oregon/mcneil-point-trail 2. Ramona Falls - Not as intense as McNeil Point but still has some length to it (7 miles), you will be rewarded with a stunning waterfall - https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/oregon/ramona-falls-trail Lakes/Trails: 3. Lost Lake Trail - This is flat and family-friendly hike (3 miles) around a beautiful lake - https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/oregon/ramona-falls-trail 4. Hang at Trillium Lake, Mirror Lake (or Lost Lake above) - https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/mthood/recarea/?recid=84295 https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/oregon/mirror-lake-loop-trail
Multnomah Falls
One of Oregon's most popular tourist attractions! Large waterfall about halfway to Hood River from Portland (you will pass it on the drive from the airport).
Wineries & Breweries
This is not an exhaustive list but just a couple of recommendations. There are a ton of wineries and breweries in and around Hood River. Wineries: Grateful Winery - A beautiful winery with unparalleled views of Mt. Hood and located on a tulip farm! https://www.gratefulvineyards.com/. **Please note they are closed on the Fourth of July. Stave & Stone - Great views and wine! Visit their winery and/or lavender farm- https://staveandstone.com/. Should be open on the 4th! Wy'East - Wine and a food truck! https://www.wyeastvineyards.com/. Open on the 4th! Breweries: Ferment Brewing Company - Large outdoor patio with River views! https://www.wyeastvineyards.com/ pFriem - https://www.pfriembeer.com/ Solera - Hit on your way to or from Mt. Hood and enjoy the outdoor picnic area with exceptional views - https://solerabrewery.com/
Downtown Hood River
Enjoy the variety of shops and restaurants in downtown or hang along the river and watch the wind surfers! Farmers market on Saturday - https://gorgegrown.com/hoodriver/
Fourth Of July Festivites
Parade - Starts at 10:00 AM - https://hoodriverfireworks.com/parade/ Fireworks - 10:00 PM https://hoodriverfireworks.com/4th-of-july/ (should be visible from the Hampton Inn)