The Hood-Columbia Loop: Timberline, Orchards, and Waterfalls

Mt. Hood, Oregon’s highest peak and the fourth tallest in the Cascades, boasts waterfalls, glaciers, and historic Timberline Lodge—built during the Great Depression and home to the U.S.’s longest ski season. This tour includes a visit to Timberline Lodge, a fruit stand in Hood River Valley, and time in downtown Hood River for lunch or local drinks. You’ll also stop at scenic viewpoints in both the eastern and western Columbia River Gorge, including iconic Multnomah Falls. As you travel along the Mt. Hood and Historic Columbia River Highway Scenic Byways, your guide will share fascinating insights into the region’s natural and cultural history, making this a rich and memorable exploration of Oregon’s stunning landscapes.