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The ruggedly charming coastline of Oregon is entirely State owned, and is fondly referred to by many Oregonians as "The Peoples Coast". From the mouth of the Columbia to the California border there are loads of attractions for any traveler.
Situated at the mouth of the mighty Columbia River, Astoria has served as a port of entry for over a century and remains the major trading center for the lower Columbia basin. The infamous Columbia bar, nicknamed "the graveyard of the Pacific" was the ultimate destination of two pivotal and epic expeditions in American history. In1804 the Lewis and Clark "Corps of Discovery" set out to discover a northwest passage and chart lands previously known only to native peoples. Only a few years later in 1810, John Jacob Astor's Pacific Fur Company sent the Astor Expedition on a perilous journey across the country to establish Fort Astoria as its primary fur-trading post in the Northwest, making Astoria the first permanent U.S. settlement on the Pacific coast! Astoria's many museums, bridges, lighthouses, historic forts and growing art scene are all major regional attractions. Other attractions include the Astoria Column; 125 feet (38 m) high tower built atop the hill above the town, and Fort Clatsop; a replica of the fort where in the winter of 1805–1806 the Lewis and Clark Expedition endured torturous rain and cold before heading east after two long years in a foreign land.
Only 90 minutes of travel West from Portland is the lovely town of Cannon Beach. Famous for sea-splitting headlands, miles of sandy beaches, and the giant monolith Haystack Rock - Cannon Beach is Oregon's quintessential beach town. Quaint cedar-clad cottages are home to saltwater taffy shops and glass blowing studios downtown, and beach hiking, elk viewing and surfing can be done at Ecola State Park on the north end of town.
Other coastal activities include whale watching in Depot Bay (March is peak season), kite flying and sand castle building (Cannon Beach has sand castle and kite festivals), fishing and beer tasting in Newport, sandboarding and dune buggy rides in Florence and golf at the famous Banden Dunes golf course. July-September is best for beach activities and storm-watching pilgrimages remain ever popular throughout fall and winter.
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Bordered in the West by the Coastal Mountains and in the East by the Cascades, the fertile Willamette Valley runs approximately 173 miles from South to North. It begins in the mountains near Eugene, Oregon and flows into the Columbia River just North of Portland. The Willamette Valley is Oregon’s leading wine region, containing two-thirds of the state’s wineries and vineyards. Its more than 300 wineries are spread across six sub-appellations: Chehalem Mountains, Dundee Hills, Eola-Amity Hills, McMinnville, Ribbon Ridge and Yamhill-Carlton. The long, gentle growing season and mild maritime climate provides the best conditions possible for growing the cool-climate grape variety for which Oregon is best known: Pinot noir. The conditions are so perfect in fact, that the Willamtte Valley is now recognized as one of the premier Pinot noir producing areas in the world! Wineries also produce Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay, Riesling, Melon, Gewürztraminer, sparkling wine, Sauvignon Blanc and some Syrah, Cabernet, and Merlot among other lesser-known varieties.
With wineries open year-round and a multitude of attractions to choose from, Willamette Valley has become one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Pacific Northwest. Helicopter tours and hot air balloon tours are fun options for the more adventurous traveler, and Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum is home to the famous Spruce Goose – a must see for any airplane enthusiast. Biking and zip-line tours are also available most of the year. If you are looking to spend a few days in the Valley, accommodations vary from luxury destination resorts and high-end inns to delightful bed & breakfasts, often located right on a vineyard. The valley also offers a long list of fine dining restaurants. An additional advantage for the wine tourist is the proximity of the wineries to Portland. From Portland, tourists can visit the Willamette Valley winery of their choice in anywhere from 45 minutes to two hours. Let us help you design the perfect Willamette Valley experience!
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When visiting the Portland area, Mt Hood should be a must on anyone's list. Its majestic beauty from afar is only the beginning. Once up close and personal you will feel a connection with the real wildness of the Pacific Northwest. Our guides can design a custom tour of Mt Hood that is tailored specifically to your travel goals.
Most trips to the mountain begin with a visit to a few of the nearly 100 waterfalls that exist in the famous Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. After a nature walk and a morning snack near one of these natural wonders, we continue East to the town of Hood River. Here you can find just about any outdoor activity you can imagine, but windsurfing and kite boarding are by far the most popular. After a delicious lunch and maybe a visit to a boutique or two, we continue towards Mt Hood via the pastoral and picturesque Hood River Valley. Take your pick from a variety of local wineries and fruit stands, or even a short hike to stretch your legs as we approach the most iconic destination in Oregon, Timberline Lodge.
A tour to Mt Hood can take you hiking or mountain climbing the second most climbed mountain in the world with a elevation of 11,245 feet, or enjoy the adventure of a lifetime and bathe in the overwhelming views on a 2 mile hike around Trillium Lake - offering some of the best possible views of the mountain itself. Snowshoe trips are popular in the winter, and our guides are trained to help make sure the tour you choose is inline with your skill level as well as your interests. We can even help you plan an overnight excursion for the family or a corporate retreat, and we are always happy to offer up ideas for the rest of your time in Oregon. If you would like to know more about how our guided tours of Mount Hood can be part of your trip to Portland, please contact us today. We love the Northwest and are sure with us as your guides, you will too!
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The ruggedly charming coastline of Oregon is entirely State owned, and is fondly referred to by many Oregonians as "The Peoples Coast". From the mouth of the Columbia to the California border there are loads of attractions for any traveler.
Situated at the mouth of the mighty Columbia River, Astoria has served as a port of entry for over a century and remains the major trading center for the lower Columbia basin. The infamous Columbia bar, nicknamed "the graveyard of the Pacific" was the ultimate destination of two pivotal and epic expeditions in American history. In1804 the Lewis and Clark "Corps of Discovery" set out to discover a northwest passage and chart lands previously known only to native peoples. Only a few years later in 1810, John Jacob Astor's Pacific Fur Company sent the Astor Expedition on a perilous journey across the country to establish Fort Astoria as its primary fur-trading post in the Northwest, making Astoria the first permanent U.S. settlement on the Pacific coast! Astoria's many museums, bridges, lighthouses, historic forts and growing art scene are all major regional attractions. Other attractions include the Astoria Column; 125 feet (38 m) high tower built atop the hill above the town, and Fort Clatsop; a replica of the fort where in the winter of 1805–1806 the Lewis and Clark Expedition endured torturous rain and cold before heading east after two long years in a foreign land.
Only 90 minutes of travel West from Portland is the lovely town of Cannon Beach. Famous for sea-splitting headlands, miles of sandy beaches, and the giant monolith Haystack Rock - Cannon Beach is Oregon's quintessential beach town. Quaint cedar-clad cottages are home to saltwater taffy shops and glass blowing studios downtown, and beach hiking, elk viewing and surfing can be done at Ecola State Park on the north end of town.
Other coastal activities include whale watching in Depot Bay (March is peak season), kite flying and sand castle building (Cannon Beach has sand castle and kite festivals), fishing and beer tasting in Newport, sandboarding and dune buggy rides in Florence and golf at the famous Banden Dunes golf course. July-September is best for beach activities and storm-watching pilgrimages remain ever popular throughout fall and winter.