A Fresh Perspective on Travel Every Day
It took considerable time outside ofOregonto recognize the splendor of residing here. As a native and predominantly reared Portland resident, I have spent significant portions of my life within a mere thirty-minute drive from theColumbia River Gorge, an enchanting realm adorned with ancient conifers, tumbling waterfalls, lush wilderness trails, and vistas so picturesque they may prompt one to question reality.
Mount Hood’s steep, snow-covered slopes dominate the landscape for miles around. Located at the north end of the Oregon Cascades, just east of Portland, it is part of Mount Hood National Forest. At the periphery of that national forest are numerous state parks and wilderness areas. Mountain snow melt creates scenic creeks and waterfalls, running into major rivers that include the Sandy, Clackamas, Hood, and Salmon Rivers.
Here are recommendations for things to do and places to explore in and around Oregon’s magnificent Mount Hood.