Hood River, Oregon...Always In Season.
Located at the crossroads of the spectacular Columbia River Gorge and the magnificent Cascade Range, Hood River County is a scenic wonderland of natural beauty in every season. Here you’ll discover a world of year-round outdoor recreation, dramatic vistas, historic landmarks, fantastic food, wine and beer—and best of all, warm, friendly people.
Hood River welcomes sports enthusiasts in all seasons. In addition to being the windsurfing capital of the world, we offer kiteboarding and stand-up paddleboarding, mountain and road biking, hiking, whitewater kayaking and rafting, fishing, and world-class skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing. With two ports and two boat basins, the area also serves both commercial as well as recreational boating.
The fertile Hood River Valley has been famous for its orchards for more than a century. From blossom time to the turning of the leaves, the more 14,000 acres of commercial pear, apple, cherry, and peach orchards provide miles of scenic beauty. Fruit grown here is of such exceptional quality that the county leads the world in Anjou pear production, and 50% of the nation’s winter pear crop comes from Hood River. The local “Fruit Loop” is a favorite with visitors and locals alike.
Livability and quality of life are priorities in Hood River County. Our mild climate and clean mountain air, our year-round recreational activities for the whole family, and our fresh local culinary delights and award-winning wineries make it a popular destination for visitors from around the world. Festivals, art and cultural happenings, plays and music, and sporting events occur throughout the year. We invite you to visit this place of stunning beauty and discover your next adventure here.
Where to Stay & Eat
Where to Stay
From historic hotels to waterfront properties to cozy bed-and-breakfast inns, Hood River is a wonderful place to stay for a weekend, a week, or a whole season. Stay downtown and enjoy great food, great shopping, and great cultural events. Or choose a more secluded spot near the woods, on the water, or in the beautiful upper valley. In Hood River County, we’re always at your service.
Where to Eat & Drink
Hood River County offers some of the best of the best in food and drink. From simple home-style meals to gourmet offerings, outstanding wine to hand-crafted beers, there’s a lot to sample in Hood River County.
Over the winter season, our local restaurants offer specials just for you. Please enjoy the following holiday season specials.
Things To Do
Whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway or family fun, planning a reunion or a corporate retreat, or you just want to get away from it all and recharge, you’ll find everything you need in beautiful Hood River County.
Outdoor Recreation
Hood River attracts outdoor sports enthusiasts, both professional and amateur, from around the world. From water sports to hiking and backpacking to skiing and snowboarding, we are truly a recreation mecca.
Arts and Museums
Art and culture are a central part of the good life in Hood River. From theater productions and poetry readings to rides on the historic scenic railroad, from art museums and galleries to air and historic exhibits, there’s something for everyone.
Family Fun
White-water rafting, the historic railroad, an Air and Auto museum, hiking and camping: Hood River County boasts many family-friendly activities.
Festivals & Events
57th Annual Hood River Valley Blossom Festival
Nothing is prettier in the spring than fruit trees in bloom, and the Hood River Valley Blossom Festival, now over 50 years old, celebrates the arrival of spring in style.
The Blossom Festival is a perfect opportunity for the winter-weary to visit the Hood River Valley for a dose of Oregon’s springtime sunshine. A gorgeous drive along the loop of the Hood River County Scenic Tour Route is the centerpiece of the longtime celebration, and winds through the Festival’s activities at over 20 different venues.
Date: April 16-17, 2011
Time: Booths open at 10am
Harvest Festival
Each fall, Hood River Valley hosts an old-fashioned harvest festival with local produce and food products, arts and crafts, wine- and beer-tastings: all the best our County has to offer. In fact, visitors seldom leave Harvest Fest without boxes of Anjou pears, heirloom apples, pumpkins, berries, flowers, and a smorgasbord of prepared foods from pies to jams and smoked salmon to chocolate-covered nuts.
Dates: October 14-16, 2011
Times: Friday 1pm-7pm, Saturday 10am-7pm, Sunday 10am-5pm
Hood River Holidays
Hood River, Oregon is known as a sports mecca all year long and that includes during the holidays. Snowboarding on the city streets in a downtown Rail Jam? In Hood River it’s all part of the celebration. The festivities begin with the city’s holiday parade, and the lighting of downtown Oak Street and the city tree. The main street will be closed during and after the parade for an evening filled with live music, food vendors, a bouncy house for the kids, children’s arts and crafts, and of course Santa. Holiday shopping will be easy too, as the downtown stores will be staying open late.
The entire month of December will be filled with activities in Hood River, with something for everyone.
Dates: December 2-4
Times: 6:30-9:00pm
Parade on Friday
