The Dalles…Simply Sunsational!
If you’ve never pulled off the highway and explored The Dalles, you’ve been missing a lot – a perfectly preserved downtown, incredible vistas from Sorosis Park, a fantastic outdoor playground and super friendly small town folk. Located along the shores of the Columbia and near the Deschutes River, we’re the eastern gateway to the Columbia Gorge National Scenic Area and near the Mt. Hood National Forest.
The Dalles is uniquely situated in the rain shadow of Mt. Hood and while it’s raining in Portland, you can be outside hiking, biking, cycling, kayaking, hunting, fly-fishing, skiing, windsurfing or whitewater rafting under clear blue skies.
We’re also a great place to geocache. Take The Dalles-Dash challenge to discover our hidden treasures or travel the surrounding area in our World of Wine in 49 (miles) geocache loop.
There’s a ton of history here. Explore our historic murals, the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center & Wasco County Historical Museum and the Ft. Dalles Museum. Explore the area’s Native American history at The Museum at Warm Springs or the pictographs and petroglyphs at Columbia Hills State Park.
The Dalles Art Center has fantastic art on display for sale. Up the road, Maryhill Museum of Art has the second largest Auguste Rodin collection on the West Coast, Theatre de la Mode dolls, and the largest public display of Native American basketry in North America.
Whatever you enjoy, you’ll find it in sunny The Dalles!
Dining & Lodging
Dining
Whatever your flavor, The Dalles dining options have got you covered.
Lodging
The Dalles offers a variety of lodging styles and a wide range of pricing for you to choose from.
Things To Do
Recreation
The Dalles is uniquely situated in the rain shadow of Mt. Hood and while it’s raining in Portland, you can be outside hiking, biking, cycling, kayaking, hunting, fly-fishing, skiing, windsurfing or whitewater rafting under clear blue skies.
Geo-Caching
The Dalles is a great place to geocache. Take The Dalles-Dash challenge to discover our hidden treasures or travel the surrounding area in our World of Wine in 49 (miles) geocache loop.
History & Art
There’s a ton of history here. Explore our historic murals, the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center & Wasco County Historical Museum and the Ft. Dalles Museum. Explore the area’s Native American history at The Museum at Warm Springs or the pictographs and petroglyphs at Columbia Hills State Park.
The Dalles Art Center has fantastic art on display for sale. Up the road, Maryhill Museum of Art has the second largest Auguste Rodin collection on the West Coast, Theatre de la Mode dolls, and the largest public display of Native American basketry in North America.
Wineries & Wine Tours
Visiting wineries and taking a wine tour is a great way to spend a day in The Dalles. Tours are available for small groups, or take a private tour in the Columbia River Gorge of OR & WA. Tours are fun and educational and novices are encouraged! Learn about how wine is made in our unique region. You'll often meet the wine makers & be entertained with a few good stories.
Festivals & Events
Join the fun at one of our annual events!
Fort Dalles Days & Rodeo
For over 50 years now we’ve brought in the toughest talent, meanest bulls and grand entertainment.
- Jammin’ July Street Fest – 2nd Saturday in July
- Ft. Dalles Pro Rodeo – 2nd weekend in July
- Historic The Dalles Days – 2nd week in July
Cruise The Gorge Classic Weekend
Cruise your classic car at the “Cruise In” Friday night. Take a closer look Saturday at the “Show in the Shade”. Add drag races in Dallesport, WA to end the weekend.
2nd weekend in August
Dufur Threshing Bee
Antique Horse Drawn Equipment & Threshing Show
2nd weekend in August
Wasco County Fair
Our Fair gives you an opportunity to have a friendly competition with your neighbors in exhibiting your produce,"get ether" after harvest is over and a look at the very latest in the equipment line.
Whatever your interest is, the Fair workers have gone all out to provide it for you. Thus, your Wasco County Court extends a welcome to you
3rd week in August
Gorge Eco Fest
An event that collaborates all the beauty of the gorge and its renewable resources.
September
The Dalles Starlight Parade
Parade of lighted floats to kick off the holiday season!
22nd Annual The Dalles Starlight Parade.
Friday, November 25, 2011
