Columbia Gorge-Mount Hood at a Glance
Known alternately for its production of fresh fruit and its outdoor activities,
the area surrounding the Columbia Gorge-Mount Hood area is a veritable wonderland
of adventure. Winds that blow through the Columbia River Gorge create an ideal
venue for windsurfing enthusiasts, and this part of the state has gained a reputation
for some of the best windsurfing in the country. For those visitors seeking some
local history, the Mount
Hood Railroad is a popular attraction that takes visitors on a four hour excursion
aboard a dining train through the spectacular Oregon
scenery. The city of Cascade
Locks offers a host of amenities and services for visitors to the area. The
Bonneville
Dam and Lock Center educates visitors on the function and operation of modern
locks and dams. Hood River is
a good base for planning outdoor adventures, with many tour operators and rental
services in town.
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