Hood River County

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

GPS coordinates: 45.53116,-121.64756

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:26