The Hood River Valley has a rich agricultural heritage, beginning with the planting of the first fruit trees in 1855, resulting in 14,500 acres of pears, apples, and cherries that cover the valley today. Wander down the 35 miles of scenic country roads, where you will encounter 32 on-the-farm fruit stands, wineries, breweries, cideries, and fields of flowers.
The fifth largest waterfall in the United States, Multnomah Falls cascades more than 600 feet into the Columbia River Gorge below. Located 30 miles from PDX airport, it is actually on your way to Hood River. You'll be able to see it from the passenger side window on your drive along I-84. No hiking is required to view the waterfall (there are great photo ops right at the base of the falls), though there are also options to hike all the way to the top if you'd like to get a workout in!
Some great Gorge hikes are on Hood River’s doorstep! One of our favorite hikes is Angel's Rest. It has amazing panoramic views of the Gorge and was one of our first dates. If you want more of a challenge with a beautiful view, Dog Mountain trailhead is about 30 minutes from Hood River. Other recommended local hikes and trails in the area: Mitchell Point - a 10 minute from town and has incredible river views. Indian Creek Trail - in Hood River, passing pear orchards and a historic wooden flume. Tamanawas Falls - a 20-minute drive from the city, with a gorgeous waterfall.
Pfreim Family Brewers Double Mountain Brewery & Cidery Ferment Brewing Company Everybody's Brewing Hiyu Wine Farm Marchesi Vineyards Phelps Creek Evoke Winery The Gorge White House
Lavender Valley has eleven varieties of lavender that bloom at slightly different times during the summer. The peak bloom for this field is generally from the middle of July through the middle of August.
For all our golf enthusiasts! Indian Creek Golf Course is a full-service facility that is situated in the beautiful Hood River Valley, where it is surrounded by orchards and wineries. Golfers at Indian Creek will enjoy spectacular views of Mt. Hood to the south and Mt. Adams to the north. The views of their majestic snowcapped peaks will follow players throughout the entire course.
Hood River is actually nicknamed the “Windsurfing Capital of the World” due to the popularity of the sport in Hood River. Try your hand at windsurfing or kiteboarding, two similar yet different sports, whether you’re a seasoned expert or you’ve never tried either. If you’re new to kiteboarding or windsurfing, be sure to get lessons from a professional instructor at one of the many schools in town, including Cascade Kiteboarding, Gorge Kiteboard School, Brian’s Windsurfing, Kite The Gorge, Hood River WaterPlay or New Wind.