Location: Hood River
Top Things to do in Hood River
What to do and see in Hood River, Oregon (OR): The Best Things to do Good for Adrenaline Seekers
Hood River beckons travelers with the scent of orchard blooms and the promise of adventure on the rushing waters of the Columbia River. The winds through the Columbia River Gorge provide the perfect conditions for windsurfing and kite surfing, making the city a hotspot for those sports in recent years. The surrounding area is ripe with orchards growing cherries, apples, peaches and other sweets. Take the Mt. Hood Scenic Railroad through the orchard route and take in the views of Mt. Hood.
Restaurants in Hood River
1. Mount Hood
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5.0 based on 634 reviews
The tallest mountain in Oregon.
Reviewed By MarilynM1457
My birth place and such a beautiful drive any time of the year with lots of scenery, places to stop and taste the wonderful fruit and goodies along the way. Fruit Loop is a joy to go on. All the way from Hood River to Odell, to Parkdale, Dee and back to Hood River and seeing the majestic beauty of The Hood just about wherever you drive. Takes my breath away every time I see it.
2. White Salmon River
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5.0 based on 69 reviews
A popular river in Hood River, Oregon.
Reviewed By DanW440 - Portland, United States
A group of us took a half-day trip downriver in kayaks and for me it was one of the better white water adventures I've experienced. It was one of the first where I was sincerely glad to have a helmet. The water runs high and cold due to it being glacier melt and the rapids are definitely challenging. Once or twice the river came so very close to the overhanging rocks - hence the appreciation of a helmet. A thoroughly enjoyable activity that I highly recommend.
3. Columbia River Gorge
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5.0 based on 1,199 reviews
The Columbia River Gorge, a 75-mile canyon through the Cascades, is a broad, picturesque river with water-controlling dams.
Reviewed By traveladdict3500 - Hasselt, Belgium
We saw the Columbia River Gorge from Bonneville Dam to Troutdale. We loved all of our stops : The Bonneville Dam, the Fish Hatchery, Multnomah Falls, Bridalveil Falls, Latourell Falls and Vista House. The other falls were unreachable in June 2018 because the road and the complete area around those falls was closed due to a forest fire in 2017.
4. Cascade Kiteboarding
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5.0 based on 30 reviews
Cascade Kiteboarding runs private and semi-private kiteboarding lessons out of Hood River, Oregon, in the beautiful Columbia River Gorge. We cater to individuals looking for a private and more personalized learning experience. Each lesson is customized to the student's level, progressing at a comfortable pace, but yet presenting challenges and benchmarks for the student to attain.
5. Northwest Rafting Company
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5.0 based on 82 reviews
We are an award winning outfitter based in Hood River, Oregon. We offer trips in the Pacific Northwest and a few select international destinations.Our premiere trip is on Southern Oregon's Rogue River. This is a 4 day expedition through a true wilderness river perfect for both first timers and veterans alike. Kids and families love the Rogue.We also offer trips to a few of our favorite international destinations each year. Our most popular international trips are our Rafting & Cultural Tour of Bhutan and our Rafting Expedition in Siberia.
6. Hood River Mountain Bike Adventures
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5.0 based on 90 reviews
Hood River, OR has long been a destination for outdoor enthusiasts from around the globe. Hood River Mountain Bike Adventures (HRMBA) was created to give visitors a chance to see and ride the Hood River areas beautiful trails, through custom mountain bike experiences made to fit every need. Services include full/half-day bike rentals, transportation to and from rides and photography.
7. Sol Rides
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5.0 based on 49 reviews
Find new adventures in Hood River and the Columbia River Gorge! We have tours for everyone…wine tasting, U-pick orchards, sightseeing and history of Oregon. Have an agenda of your own… our large fleet of eBike rentals are charged and ready to roll. Discover the exciting thrill of riding bikes with minimal effort and experience the Gorge like never before.
8. Hood River WaterPlay
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3.5 based on 30 reviews
