The Hood-Columbia Loop: Timberline, Orchards, and Waterfalls

Duration8 hoursLanguages Available

• Human tour guide - English

Points of Interest

Stop At: Mount HoodHood River, OregonMt. Hood is a potentially active stratovolcano, the highest peak in Oregon, and the fourth highest in the Cascades. Not only is it known for its beauty, visible on the skyline of much of northern Oregon and southern Washington, but it is also the most climbed stratovolcano in the Cascades, easily accessible from Timberline Lodge, which is the only ski resort in the US that is open every month of the year. You will spend 1-2 hours at Timberline Lodge, on the mountain, just below the Palmer Glacier.Duration: 2 hoursStop At: Columbia River Gorge National Scenic AreaOregonThis Works Progress Administration project was dedicated by Franklin Delano Roosevelt in 1937. It is one of the most unique, and expansive buildings in the State of Oregon, sitting on Mt. Hood above timberline, for utterly sublime views. You can divide your time among interpretive displays, food & drink venues, hiking in summer and snowplay in winter, as you like. The lodge is a National Historic Landmark, and the only ski resort in the US that is open every month of the year.Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Bridge of the GodsColumbia River Gorge, , Cascade Locks, OregonDepending on the season, we'll stop at this charming orchard store, where you can buy fresh fruit & preserves, pet the cats and goats, and get a spectacular shot of Mt. Hood, weather permitting.Duration: 20 minutesStop At: Bonneville Lock & Dam, , Cascade Locks, OregonDepending on the season, we'll stop at this homey country store, who not only sell fruit and preserves, but also homemade pies and huckleberry milkshakes!Duration: 20 minutesStop At: Bonneville Hatchery70543 NE Herman Loop, Cascade Locks, OregonDubbed the "windsurfing capital" of the world, Hood River also has more breweries per capita than any other city in the US, and a plethora of tasting rooms, galleries, boutique shops, restaurants, and cafes. This is where you'll spend your lunch hour.Duration: 1 hourStop At: Elowah FallsNE Frontage Rd, John B Yeon State Park, Cascade Locks, OregonThe 85-mile (137-km) long Columbia Gorge NSA features waterfalls, mountains, monoliths, terraces, resort towns, vineyards, orchards, the Columbia River, a plethora of birds, and a plant community that changes dramatically between the west and east ends.Duration: 3 hoursStop At: Beacon RockState Route 14 in Beacon Rock State Park, , North Bonneville, WashingtonThe quintessential photo opportunity for the eastern Gorge.Duration: 20 minutesStop At: Horsetail Falls- Columbia River GorgeColumbia Gorge, Map link, Hood River, OregonThis 74-mile (123-km) long historic highway was inspired by the Axenstrasse in the Swiss Alps. These days one can no longer drive the entire highway, but we will drive portions of this picturesque, engineering marvel in both the eastern and western gorge, past basalt terraces and waterfalls.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Multnomah FallsHistoric Columbia River Hwy, Bridal Veil, OregonColumbia River crossing for the Pacific Crest Trail, and lowest point on that trail. Named for a Native American legend that explains the local geology.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Wahkeena FallsColumbia River Highway, Troutdale, OregonAnother National Historic Landmark, Bonneville Dam was the first Public Works Administration dam on the Columbia River, completed in 1938.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Crown Point State ParkNot Available, Corbett, OregonLargest hatchery in the state of Oregon.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Rooster Rock State ParkCorbett, OregonA hidden beauty...watch quickly, or you might miss it!Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Sandy RiverThe fifth largest free-standing monolith in the world. It is an 848-ft (258-m) volcanic plug, composed of columnar basalt, so similar in size and composition to Devil's Tower, Wyoming.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Columbia River HighwayState Highway 30 from Troutdale to The Dalles, Troutdale, OregonDon't miss this quirky waterfall as we pass by!Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Draper Girls Country Farm6200 Highway 35, Mt. Hood, Parkdale, OregonThe tallest waterfall in the state, with a combined height of 620 feet.Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Apple Valley Country Store2363 Tucker Rd, , Hood River, OregonAnother cute waterfall to watch for closely!Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Timberline Lodge27500 E Timberline Rd, , Government Camp, OregonOnce known as Thor's Hammer, this geological feature towers above, with a crown-shaped building sitting atop, and a waterfall coming down the side.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Port of Hood River720 E Port Marina Dr, Hood River, OregonAs we pass by, view the rock that inspired North America's oldest continuously running nudist beach!Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Rowena Crest ViewpointOld Columbia River Scenic Highway, Mayer State Park, Mosier, OregonWe'll cross the Sandy River between the Columbia Gorge and Willamette Valley. The Sandy's headwaters is a glacier on Mt. Hood, and the river is known for its Steelhead and Chinook runs. As a result, the Sandy is one of three tributaries of the Columbia who's dams have been removed since 2007.Duration: Not Available

Additional Information

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Specialized infant seats are available
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Inclusions

• PA system so the back row can hear the guide

Exclusions

• Gratuities (always appreciated)

Traveler Pickup InformationPickup locations are flexible. We'll contact you the evening before to verify pickup time and location.Voucher InfoMobile or paper ticket accepted

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