Wineries, incredible local cuisine, and myriad water sports await.

Life in Hood River, Oregon revolves around water and mountains.

But travelers with other interests are sure to enjoy Hood River as well.

View of Mt Hood peaking over clouds

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The property sits right on the Columbia River and is surrounded by lush gardens.

Hiking

The landscape created by the Columbia River Gorge and Cascade Range is perfect for hiking.

And if you time your visit right, its a great place for spotting wildflowers.

Windsurfing on the Columbia River

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Back on the Oregon side of the river, hikers head toMt.

Hood Meadowsto enjoy the ski-runs-turned-hiking-trails that abound in the area.

Hood River Harvest Fest

Remember when we said Hood River was a locavores dream destination?

Hood River is a charming small town located on the Columbia River Gorge on the Oregon/Washington border.

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The valley’s fresh food is celebrated in October during the annualHood River Harvest Fest.

The shop continues to promote local authors through book-release celebrations, book signings, and readings.

This downtown shop is packed with kitchenware, from aprons and napkins to spices and oils.

View of a vineyard with fall covers with Mt hood in the distance

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Its hard to beat sipping a beer on the riverfront beach while windsurfers zip by.

Cohen says it’stheplace to go for a fine, locally-sourced meal in the area.

The restaurant is proud to serve the freshest ingredients grown and harvested by thoughtful and intentional growers.

Apple orchards blossoming white in springtime

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If youre here for the food, consider booking a trip over the Hood River Harvest Fest in October.