SUMMER There’s no place like the Gorge in summer time when it comes to the abundance of recreational activities, scenic beauty, and wonderful weather. Summer provides endless options for fun, whether it’s windsurfing, waterskiing, kayaking, swimming, white water rafting, fishing, mountain biking or golfing. The stunning scenery of the area offers a photo-op each time you turn a corner. Warm days with normal highs in the 80’s are coupled with frequent winds along the river and breezes in the surrounding hills & mountains. FALL In autumn, the Hood River Valley’s world famous fruit orchards are heavy with the bountiful harvest of the season. Fruit stands throughout the area feature the area’s specialties, while the surrounding trees glisten with colorful fall foliage. Fall is often more like an Indian Summer in the Gorge, when the winds generally calm, and the deserts in Eastern Oregon continue to heat up the region. It is a special time to visit the area’s award-winning wineries or the microbreweries. The Hood River Valley Harvest Fest, celebrated the third weekend in October, is a popular time for a fun-filled visit. The pace becomes a bit slower as autumn settles in, but the scenery still draws visitors onto the river and into the mountains. WINTER Hood River’s proximity to Mt. Hood and Mt. Adams make the area a practical location for winter season fun. In partnership with Mt. Hood Meadows, Hood River has become a complete ski destination of its own, nestled on the northern flank of Mt. Hood. Snowboarding has become a popular pasttime on Mt. Hood, and many local sports shops offer complete sales and rentals of equipment. Attractively priced Mt. Hood Meadows lift tickets through the Hood River Inn make the winter destination a super value. Meadows, the largest ski area on Mt. Hood, offers nine chaiflifts, including three high-speed quads. This area is well-known for its diverse terrain, excellent grooming, and friendly atmosphere. Enjoy night skiing Wednesday through Sunday until 10:00 p.m. Timberline Ski Resort and Ski Bowl offer other Mt. Hood skiing experiences. Cross-country skiing is popular on both Mt. Hood and Mt. Adams. Snowmobiling and snowshoeing are also popular pastimes in the area. The extensive trail systems of two National Forests offer terrain for any ability. Little John Snowpark offers some of the best sledding in the northwest, and it’s free! SPRING In Spring, the Hood River Valley’s orchards take center stage, with boughs heavily laden with beautiful fruit blossoms. The effect can be breathtaking, a panoramic backdrop of Mt. Hood heavily covered by a winter’s worth of snow, and beyond a crisp blue sky. Spring blossoms abound not only in the orchards, but also in the wonderful array of wildflowers in the nearby meadows, hills and forests of the area. Spring in many areas is a rebirth of nature, and this is certainly true in the Hood River! Flourishing dogwoods, azaleas, and rhododendrons are all indiginous to the area, and the mountainous terrain add texture during this highly scenic time of year. The Mt. Hood/Columbia Gorge Loop is in its splendor during this season. It’s also a perfect time to stretch your muscles hiking, biking, or playing golf. The area boasts over a half dozen scenic golf courses.

LOCATION Hood River is in the central Columbia River Gorge, where geological and meteorological phenomenon create a special paradise. Hood River is perfectly situated on the eastern side of the Cascade range, protected from generally cooler, wetter conditions to the west, yet the area is more temperate and lush than the arid lands to the east. Nestled on the shores of the Columbia River, the Hood River Inn is located at Exit 64 off I-84, just 60 miles east of Portland, OR on one of the country’s most scenic interstates. Our facility is at the foot of Highway 35, which provides direct access to Mt. Hood. Hood River’s central location in the Columbia Gorge National Scenic Area is convenient for travelers from throughout the Northwest.