Flight
Portland, OR is the nearest major airport. Hood River is an hour drive east from the city.
Rental Car
We suggest renting a car to get to and from Portland to Hood River.
Rental Car
If you are traveling with family, we suggest renting a car. Turo is an alternative to traditional car rental companies. This is Airbnb, but for cars.
Train
If you don't want to rent a car, this transportation method allows you to enjoy the coast of Washington, looking towards Oregon. To get around Hood River, you will need to call a Taxi since Uber/Lyft are not allowed there. To get from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Union Station in Portland, Oregon, you can take the MAX Light Rail Red Line to the Gateway/NE 99th Transit Center, then transfer to the Green Line. (However, we suggest Ubering/Lyfting to the train station). From train station: Portland, OR - Union Station Empire Builder to To train station: Bingen, WA - Bingen - White Salmon, WA (BNG)
Hotel
As of June 9th we have a booking code for online reservations - you must book by JULY 18th, 2025 for the discounted room block. The code is VNNWED. You may also call at 800-345-1921 and book under the "Vachel & Nick" wedding block. As of June 9th, rooms are available to book Thursday - Sunday!
Discount Code - VNNWED
Hotel
No wedding block, but this is a 3 minute walk to our venue. If you plan to stay until Sunday and want to stay walking distance to the wedding venue this is a more cost effective option!
Hotel
No wedding block, but this is a 2 minute walk from the wedding venue and there rooms are available until Sunday! The Bride and Groom will be staying here!
Hotel
No room block. but another cost effective option, only a 6 minute drive. We will be coordinating shuttles on wedding day!
House Or Rental
There are great options around Hood River and even across the river, in Washington. Please stay within a 7 mile radius as we will be coordinating shuttles for you!