Hood River

Bridge of the Gods crossing

Steel grate over the Columbia on the PCT. Toll for feet, views free.

Cloud Cap sunrise

Oldest ski lodge in America, first light on the summit. Drive up dark.

Columbia SUP at Hood River

Glass dawn before wind, kite chaos after. Downwinders for pros.

Dog Mountain wildflowers

Steep grunt, absurd May meadows. Permit on weekends, go weekday.

Fruit Loop bike and cider

Orchards, cideries, Mount Adams views. E-bike the full loop.

Gorge yoga Hood River bluff

Bluff flow above the Columbia, kite dots below. Wind calm dawn.

Historic Columbia Highway ride

Waterfall corridor car-free sections, Vista House, gorge winds.

Hood River bald eagle winter

Eagles on the Columbia ice edge, salmon scraps. January count.

Hood River e-foil downwind

Motor assist off, gorge winds on. Falling is flying practice.