Maximize your whitewater rafting or kayaking adventure by exploring additional regional activities!
Nestled between the snowy peaks of Mt. Hood and Mt. Adams, the Columbia River Gorge area in the Pacific Northwest offers it all. With great whitewater river rafting and kayaking, year-round skiing, mountain biking, hiking, climbing, windsurfing, kiteboarding, horseback riding, and more, the White Salmon Valley is a recreational playground for both kids and adults. Just an hour and fifteen minutes from Portland, Oregon and 10 minutes from Hood River, this area of the Columbia River Gorge offers numerous options for lodging, dining, and recreation.
Visit our Lodging Partners page for discounted rates at our favorite places to stay!
Click here for local transportation options and here for camping recommendations!
Restaurants
Everybody’s Brewing
151 E Jewett Blvd, White Salmon, WA
(509) 637-2774
Everybody’s Brewing website
Mt. Adams Pizza
2291 WA-141, Trout Lake, WA
(509) 496-4613
Mt. Adams Pizza website
Mugen Noodle
212 4th St, Hood River, OR
(541) 578-9142
Mugen Noodle website
Kickstand Coffee & Kitchen
1235 State St, Hood River, OR
(541) 436-0016
Kickstand website
Click here for more of our favorite restaurants in the Columbia River Gorge!
Hiking
Weldon Wagon Road Trail
Moderate 4.4-mile out-and-back trail with views of Mt. Hood. Located 5 minutes from Wet Planet!
Falls Creek Falls
Easy 2.6-mile out-and-back to a waterfall, or 6.1-mile moderate loop. Located near Carson, WA, 1 hour NW of White Salmon.
Hood River Pipeline Trail
Easy 2.7-mile out-and-back trail/catwalk
along the Hood River. Located in Hood River, OR, 15 minutes South of White Salmon.
Sleeping Beauty Trail
Moderate 2.4-mile out-and-back with
stunning views of four volcanoes. Located near Trout Lake, WA, 1 hour North of White Salmon.
Click here for additional hikes, including some of our favorite lakes!
Outdoor Activities
Discover Bicycles
Bike demos and local trail information.
210 State St, Hood River, OR
(541) 386-4820
Discover Bicycles website
Big Winds
Wind sport and SUP rentals and lessons.
207 Front St, Hood River, OR
(541) 386-6086
Big Winds website
Hood River Fruit Loop
35-mile scenic drive through the valley’s fruit orchards and farmlands. Stop by farm stands, wineries, breweries, and cideries! Hood River to Parkdale, OR.
Fruit Loop website
The Ruins
Indoor and outdoor space for live
music and events. A staff favorite!
13 Railroad St, Hood River, OR
(541) 308-0700
The Ruins website
Click here for more activities!
Indoor Activities
Brimstone Boulders
Great bouldering gym with fitness
equipment, climbing lessons, and yoga
classes.
616 State St, Hood River, OR
(541) 436-3933
Brimstone website
Trout Lake Hall
Live music and great food! A staff favorite.
15 Guler Rd, Trout Lake, WA
(509) 637-3120
Trout Lake Hall website
Andrew’s Pizza & Skylight Theater
Handcrafted pizza, salads, and desserts
with an attached movie theater and
arcade.
107 Oak St, Hood River, OR
(541) 386-1448
Andrew’s website
Columbia Gorge Discovery Center & Museum
Engage with various exhibits about the
Gorge’s geology, cultures, and vibrant
history.
5000 Discover Dr, The Dalles, OR
(541) 296-8600
Discover Center website
