The Gorge

The Columbia River Gorge is arguably one of the most beautiful areas in the scenic state of Oregon. The area offers some of the best recreational, historical, natural, educational and architectural experiences you’ll find anywhere. Mt. Hood and the cliffs of the awe-inspiring Columbia River Gorge look down on quaint riverfront towns, countless waterfalls and exhilarating wind surfing waters.

There are many spectacular views and activities associated with the Columbia River Gorge. For more information on the area visit: Columbia Gorge Discovery Center & Museum and Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area

Native American Petroglyphs on a hiking trail just outside of The Dalles, Oregon.

A to-scale replica of Stonehenge sits perched atop a fertile knoll, on the Washington State side of the Columbia River Gorge, a few miles north of The Dalles, Oregon.

The often-photographed Mt. Hood is Home to four ski areas,including historic Timberline Lodge, a classic WPA-era mountain lodge, which also happens to offer North America’s longest ski season and Mt. Hood Ski Bowl, which offers the country’s largest night skiing area. Run-off from Mt. Hood’s volcanic slopes enriches soil in the valleys below, making the Hood River Valley one the largest fruit-growing regions in Oregon with apricots, apples, blueberries, pears-even wine grapes that make for exceptional vintages.