Things To Do
The Columbia River Gorge has much to offer the vacationer in the way of activities and scenic wonders. With its mountains, rivers, and trails it offers the sports enthusiast the opportunity to windsurf, mountain bike, kayak, golf, snow ski, hike, fish, or just simply enjoy a relaxed and unhurried lifestyle. Hood River Vacation Rentals has a variety of fully equipped homes with will fit your needs and budget.
- Challenge the wind at the Windsurfing Capital of the World
- Ski and snowboard year-round on Mt Hood
- Golf at championship golf courses – Indian Creek fabulous views and excellent happy hour at Divots.
- Fish for trout, steelhead, or salmon
- Hike through the woods… find Lost Lake
- Relax at Carson Hot Springs
- Experience the thrill of whitewater rafting and kayaking
- Relive the past at historical museums
- Enjoy the wildflowers at the Nature Preserve
- Walk the ice caves on Mt Adams
- Tour the turbines at Bonneville and The Dalles Dams
- Explore the National Forest on your mountain bike
- Wine-taste at local vineyards and wineries
- Take a ride on the Mt Hood Railroad
- Encounter scenic waterfalls
- Tour the micro breweries
- Ride the Sternwheeler down the Columbia River
- Experience the breath-taking view from Cloud Cap
- Climb rock formations at the Lava Beds
- See Hood River’s famous orchards from Panorama Point
- Bird watch
- Taste the locally grown apples, pears, berries – yum!
- Play with your kids at the many children’s parks
- Check out the fall foliage
- Enjoy the fabulous shopping in Hood River’s own downtown
- Watch the sunset at the end of the day