(□: Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons, Ian Sane )Īpproximately a two hours-ish drive northwest from Portland, or 97.8 miles. □ AstoriaĪstoria, chock-full of maritime history, delicious restaurants, and more. If you find yourself heading east on your next road trip, definitely check out Hood River. And you can find other favorite Oregon blends at Doppio Coffee, Dog River Coffee and 10-Speed Coffee.” Stoked Roasters and Ground both bring high-quality organic coffee to the masses and roast daily. Caffeine fiends, don’t worry this town has plenty of places to grab a cup of joe. It’s no secret that Broder Øst serves the Scandinavian breakfast staples that Portlanders love - without the lines. If you’re still craving slices, Saw Tooth Roadhouse has build-your-own and the Veggie Myte pie at Andrew’s Pizza is truly one of a kind. For creative takes on pizza showcasing farm-fresh ingredients, try Solstice Wood Fire Cafe at the waterfront. Restaurants like Celio, Riverside, Kin and Sixth Street Bistro rack up the accolades for good reason (just read their menus to get your mouth watering). “Bring your appetite because Hood River has a lot of flavor. If you’re here for the food, Hood River does not disappoint - deliciousness abounds here. The city is nestled right at the crossroads of the river that separates Oregon and Washington and the Cascade Range, and it’s surrounded by hiking trails, wineries, breweries, restaurants, and fruit farms ( Editor’s note: seriously, go check out the Fruit Loop, it’s amazing, your editor’s mom got some of the best apples she’s ever tried from the Fruit Loop). Hood River is known as the wind-surfing capital of the world and it’s easy to see why - the strong winds that blow through the Columbia Gorge and along the Columbia River are perfect for it. (□: Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons, Sam Beebe )Ībout an hour’s drive east of Portland or 62-ish miles. Hood River, windsurfing capital of the world. Whether you find yourself relaxing with a cup of coffee on the porch of the Lightkeeper’s home in one of their Adirondack chairs, watching the ocean, getting pictures of the lighthouse itself, or enjoying a calm day at the Oregon Coast, Heceta Head is always worth a road trip visit. There are plenty of hiking trails in and around the lightkeeper’s home and the Lighthouse, as well as access to the beach below Heceta Head. Nighttime strolls to the lighthouse with a warm blanket and your favorite beverage are highly encouraged. The lighthouse was constructed between 18 and was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.”Ī half mile down a trail will lead you to the historic lightkeeper’s home, which is now run as a bed and breakfast, which FYI, is allegedly haunted. “Heceta Head is named for Bruno de Heceta, a Spanish navigator and explorer, who surveyed the Oregon coast in 1775. Heceta Head Lighthouse is one of Oregon’s oldest lighthouses it was officially lit in 1894, and its beam can be seen 21 miles out to sea from the Heceta headland point. (□: Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons, Mark Rosengarten )Ībout a 3-hour-and-10 minute-drive southeast from PDX, or about 169 miles as the crow flies. Heceta Head Lighthouse and the lightkeeper’s home. If you stop by Crater Lake, say hello to the Old Man of the Lake - a giant hemlock that has been floating in the caldera for hundreds of years. If you’re looking to stay the night, there are two campgrounds where you can pitch your tent, or opt to stay at the Crater Lake Lodge or the Mazama Village Cabins if you aren’t a fan of roughing it. There are 90 miles of hiking trails in this 183,224-acre national park. Because of the altitude, the water in crater lake is VERY cold. When you’re on the island, you can hike, fish, or swim - although we wouldn’t recommend this last one. The lake is home to Wizard Island - which you can catch a boat to and explore, but keep in mind that boats are only available July 14 – Sept. This is one of Oregon’s truly beautiful natural wonders: The lake itself is extremely clear and blue and well worth a visit (and some pictures). Its top ejected and fell back into itself, creating a crater - or a caldera - which eventually filled with rain water and became a lake. (□: Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons, Wolfman SF )Ībout a 25-minute drive (or 21 miles) northeast of the town of Prospect and about a 3-4 hour drive south of Portland (231 miles).Ĭrater Lake is at the top of Mount Mazama and was created when the volcano erupted 8,000 years ago. Crater Lake in Crater Lake National Park, Oregon, from Rim Village.
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