The Hood River area is a recreational mecca with opportunities for nearly every outdoor sport within a 40 mile radius. The strong winds in the summer months attract windsurfers and kiteboarders from around the world. The surrounding rivers and streams attract fishermen as well as whitewater enthusiasts. There are miles of trails for both Mountain biking and hiking opportunities. The surrounding back roads thru the gorge offer uncrowded and scenic road biking. Just a short drive up to Mt. Hood and you can ski or snowboard year around on the glaciers. If you are looking for a relaxing day in town, the many breweries and vineyards offer tours and tastings. A drive thru the fruit loop will take you past scenic apple, pear and cherry orchards with Mt. Hood as a backdrop. Here are a list of just some of the great things to see and do in the Hood River area:
Top ten things to do in Hood River
- Go whitewater rafting on the White Salmon River
- Learn to kiteboard or windsurf at the event site by one of the many schools
- Take an e-bike tour and ride the paved Tunnels trail to Mosier for a beer at the mosier company or visit one of the many wineries
- Drive the scenic fruit loop in the hood river valley to see the blossoms and visit the many farm stands and u-pick orchards
- Rent a mountain bike and ride the seven streams trail in Post Canyon
- Hike the Tom Mccall trail for awesome views and wildflowers in the spring
- Fish the Hood River for steelhead
- Head up to Mt. Hood and ski early morning on the glacier or lift access mountain biking at timberline lodge
- Go for a super scenic and thrilling glider ride thru the Hood River Valley
- Take the kids on the historic train ride up the Hood River to Parkdale
