Katie & Alex
Things To Do
Rowena Crest Viewpoint
This is where we got engaged and took our engagement photos! It is only a few miles past Hood River - we hope you have time to enjoy a part of our love story :)
Panorama Point
If you don't have time to head out to Mt. Hood, check out this viewpoint in Hood River!
Hood River Fruit Loop
The Fruit Loop includes wineries, cideries, fruit farm stands, lavender fields, and berry farms within a short drive from downtown Hood River! I've provided the address to one very popular one above, "The Gorge White House Fruit Stand & Winery." The website link above provides information about all the different farms included in the Fruit Loop.
Vista House
Get gorgeous views of the Gorge from high-up from this easy to access viewpoint (you can drive to it!)! Though this is on Historic Highway 30, you don't need a permit to drive on this portion.
Multnomah Falls
This is iconic Portland and its on the drive from the airport to the hotel/venue - you can't miss it! You can even walk up to the bridge or, if you're feeling adventurous, hike to the top for some beautiful Columbia River Gorge views. For Summer 2022, you need a permit to drive on Historic Highway 30, which goes right in front of Multnomah Falls. There are also two other easy to see waterfalls within the permit area. The permit is $2 and can only be requested within two weeks of your visit. However, if you are only interested in Multnomah Falls, there is a parking lot that can be accessed off I-84. Multnomah Falls can be busy, so expect to wait for parking - it is worth it though! You can find more information about the permits here: https://www.oregon.gov/odot/waterfall-corridor-permits/Pages/default.aspx
Broder Øst
A yummy brunch restaurant in Hood River! The food is Scandinavian :)
Solstice Wood Fire Pizza - Cafe & Bar
If you're craving pizza, head to this place! And it is by pFriem and Ferment on the waterfront!
Pine Street Bakery
This bakery is supposed to have yummy sweets and good coffee!
Celilo Restaurant & Bar
This place's food is supposed to be really good!
pFriem Family Brewers
Love beer? Oregon is known for its craft beer and pFriem is a beloved company that has a prime location along the river in Hood River! While there, you can hop down the street to check out Ferment Brewing as well.
Ferment Brewing Company
A fun brewery near pFriem that has great views of the river, lots of outdoor seating, and a fun/modern vibe!
Loop de Loop Wines
A winery with a gorgeous view right near our venue!
Timberline Lodge
Take the scenic byway from Hood River and drive up Mt. Hood to see the lodge used as the outside image of the hotel in The Shining! While near Mt. Hood, stop at Trillium Lake for a great photo op of Mt. Hood behind a gorgeous lake with a short 1 mile loop around it. Bonus, if you feel like doing something more strenuous, hike up to Mirror Lake! If you would like to take a train ride with scenic views of Mt. Hood, you can find that information here: https://www.mthoodrr.com/
Voodoo Doughnut - Davis Location
Voodoo doughnut is one of the most eclectic and "Oregon" shops out there. With pink walls, unique donut flavors (cereal on a donut, candy flavored donuts that range from butter fingers to bubble gum, a few hilariously inappropriate donut types you will just have to see to believe), and provocative slogan ("The magic is in the hole!"), you really can't miss this if you have time to visit Portland. There is a location in downtown ("Old town"), but we would advise to avoid this location of Portland. The Davis location is close to many fun Portland neighborhoods, including Hawthorne and Division street shopping areas!
Great Notion Brewing - Alberta
Alex's favorite brewery! You can't miss this location in a pretty cool Portland neighborhood.
International Rose Test Garden
This gorgeous rose garden should be in full boom in June! And it is across the street from the Japanese garden as well :) You also get great views of the city and sometimes Mt. Hood.