Mount Hood Railway The Mount Hood Railroad is an iconic, family-friendly scenic railway in beautiful Hood River, Oregon. Recently acquired by The Fruit Company®, it continues to provide memorable tours, including scenic train rides, railbike adventures and specialty excursions through stunning forests, rushing rivers, and fruit-filled orchards. The railway has been committed to preserving the…

An exhilarating experience that blends flawlessly with the pristine beauty of the surrounding landscape.

Mt. Hood Meadows Guided Snowshoe Tours Mt Hood is Oregon's playground in the winter. If you're looking to get out and enjoy the view, snowshoeing could be just the thing for you. Mt Hood Meadows is our pick for the best guided snowshoe tours. Mt. Hood Meadows offers world-class skiing and snowboarding. Voted by Oregonians…

3 Reasons to Love September in Hood River  Summer isn’t quite over in Hood River. September in the Columbia River Gorge is one of the world’s best-kept secrets. The days are warm, the dirt is tacky (for mountain biking) and there are numerous ways to celebrate the fall harvest. Whether you’re a foodie or an…

Get Your Culture Fix: Art in Hood River  Hood River isn’t all sports, wine-ing and dining. Our little gem of a town prides itself on appreciation and patronage of the arts in many forms, and was named one of the top 10 most vibrant small arts communities in the country. Whether you are in the…

3 Ways to Beat the Summer Heat in Hood River Sure, the word is out that Hood River is the place to be if you like windsports or running wild rivers. But if you’re just looking for a way to cool off and chill out, you don’t have to go far to escape the gnar.…

Where to Go Wine Tasting in Hood River The Hood River Hotel is nestled in the middle of the Columbia Gorge National Scenic Area, an area known for its dramatic basalt cliffs, waterfalls and wildlife. It's also well known for its award-winning wines. When the weather warms up and the rains are at bay, it’s…

The Hood River Farmers Market is Underway! Every Saturday from May to October, visitors and locals alike can get farm-fresh produce, meats and other goodies at the Hood River Farmers Market in downtown Hood River, Oregon. Visit the Hood River Farmers Market at 5th and Columbia Street in downtown Hood River on Saturdays from 9…

3 Hood River Wildflower Hikes Late-March to mid-June is prime wildflower season in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Avoid the weekend crowds by visiting Hood River mid-week. See the Gorge the way it was meant to be seen—by taking a peaceful walk through the woods, getting a bird's eye view of the mighty…

Hood River is a Great Family Destination Traveling is one of the best things you can do in life. It gets you out of your comfort zone and helps you see the world from a different point of view. That's one of the reasons why traveling is such a great thing to do with kids.…