Hood River County, Administrative division in Oregon, United States.
Description
Hood River County is an administrative division in Oregon that stretches between Mount Hood and the Columbia River Gorge. The region includes varied terrain and is shaped by orchards and river landscapes.
History
The area was established as Oregon's 34th county in 1908, following the arrival of first permanent settlers in 1854. Japanese, Finnish, German, and French immigrants later shaped the region.
Culture
The region has deep agricultural roots, and orchards growing apples, pears, and cherries remain central to the valley today. Visitors see these crops everywhere in the landscape and notice how important they are to local identity.
Practical
The area is easily accessible and offers several ways to explore it by car, bike, or on foot. The best time to visit is during fruit blossom season in spring or harvest time in summer and fall.
Did you know?
A train called Mount Hood Railroad runs regularly through the area and offers both freight and passenger excursion trips. The scenic rides through changing landscapes are especially popular in summer months.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Hood River County).
Mount Hood
18 km
Timberline Lodge
22.8 km
Columbia River Gorge
22.3 km
Bridge of the Gods
24.6 kmBridge of the Gods
25.3 km
Trillium Lake
29.9 km
Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area
14.1 km
Punch Bowl Falls
21.7 km
Mount Hood Railroad
17.6 km
Timberline Trail
15.6 km
Cascade Locks and Canal
24.7 km
Mount Hood Wilderness
18.3 km
Starvation Creek State Park
17.8 kmTom Dick and Harry Mountain
29.1 km
Palmer Glacier
20.4 km
Western Antique Aeroplane & Automobile Museum
18.2 km
Ramona Falls
19.6 km
Viento State Park
18.2 km
Badger Creek Wilderness
28.4 km
Bull Run Lake
16.5 km
Eliot Glacier
16.9 km
Cloud Cap Inn
14.2 km
Metlako Falls
22.1 km
Koberg Beach State Recreation Site
23.6 km
Sheridan State Scenic Corridor
24.1 km
Lake Bonneville
23.3 km
Seneca Fouts Memorial State Natural Area
19.3 km
White River Glacier
19.8 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes