The staff are friendly, warm, and engaging. I was greeted with a cherry sampling! It was pretty…read moreneat to basically eat fruits that didn't travel too far. There were some great gifts. I purchased a variety of fruits and snacks as well as souvenirs. Check it out (via the train).

I've never had such an amazing Mother's Day! I ended up going on this rafting trip alone because we…read morecouldn't find a babysitter so my husband could come too, and I was honestly a little nervous at first. But from the moment I arrived, everyone made me feel so comfortable and welcome that those nerves disappeared immediately. Our guide, Peter, was absolutely amazing. He was extremely thorough with safety instructions and made sure everyone felt safe and confident throughout the trip, while still keeping everything fun and exciting. He had such a great way with people and really helped make the experience memorable. The entire staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming, and even the owner took the time to be kind and personable, which made the whole experience even better. You can tell they genuinely care about giving people a great experience. This trip made me want to come back before it was even over, and I'll definitely be returning this summer to hopefully try one of the more challenging rafting trips. Thank you all so much for giving me such a fun and unforgettable Mother's Day!

Came all the way from San Francisco to a quick adventure! Went on a River rafting expedition. For a…read morefirst timer, I had an amazing memorable experience. Our drifter was awesome..he is very funny, attentive and very knowledgeable. I highly recommend this to whoever wants to have a quick fun adventure whenever you guys are traveling to Washington.

Rolling east out of Portland in search of ghosts and stories, we'd already paid our respects to…read moreMultnomah Falls and crossed the myth-soaked Bridge of the Gods. Then the land opens up, the Columbia River stretches wide like it's catching its breath and boom you arrive at The Dalles Lock and Dam Visitor Center. This is where you stop, step out, and really take it in. The dam itself The Dalles Dam was built between 1952 and 1957 by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, costing about $243 million at the time. It stretches over 3,000 feet across the river, holding back a force that doesn't negotiate. And right here at the visitor center, you get one of the best vantage points to witness it all. The visitor center is the kind of place that sneaks up on you in a good way. Clean, well-kept, and loaded with surprisingly interesting exhibits. You'll find displays breaking down how the locks work (yes, real ships get lifted and lowered like something out of a mechanical dream), plus the history of the river, trade routes, and the raw power behind hydroelectric generation. It's educational without feeling like homework. Step outside though that's the real show. You stand there watching the water churn, hearing that low, constant thunder, and it hits you: this isn't just scenery. It's controlled chaos. And like any place where man wrestles nature into submission, there's a weight to it. You can't help but think about the lives, the risks, the cost beyond dollars. These places are as much graveyards as they are achievements quietly demanding respect. Five stars, easy. It's beautiful. It's a little eerie if you let your imagination wander. And it's one of those stops that turns a road trip into something more than just miles on pavement. Next stop. John Day then Baker City And I swear these dams just keep getting dammier.

They had different raptors in the visitor center. Pretty cool. We came by to watch the bald…read moreeagles. We saw 8 of them today.

This is a really solid trail in The Gorge…read more The main advantages of it are: 1) It's less crowded than most. 2) It links into many other trail systems. There is a waterfall view on this trail, but it's not as mind-shattering as so many other falls in The Gorge can be. Beware of ticks though, sheesh. I must've pulled 7 or 8 off of me as we did a loop in the area.

Herman Creek Falls is a gorgeous, peaceful spot up above the Columbia River Gorge. To head up in to…read moreHerman Creek Trail, one may begin from various spots in the Gorge. We started at the currently-closed Herman Creek campground. Trailhead parking is permitted. There is limited parking in the lot and a generally-clean vault toilet available. Pay at the pay station before you head out on the trail. The initial portion in to the falls is a steady, clear switch-back climb. The trail is varied and beautiful regardless of season. (We have done this trail several times now and it has quickly become a favorite!) Even when there are other hikers, there is such a peacefulness about this hike. On a clear day, sweeping views present themselves around surprise corners and the falls are quite lovely. Watch your footing as the trail narrows and drops off a bit at several points.

What a gem of a place to stay. We try to find quaint, small mid-century motels as opposed to…read morechains. We originally planned to stay in Pendleton on our way to the coast but everything was booked. We found this charming motel by chance and loved it. It is off the beaten path, very affordable with beautiful views of the Columbia River. The room was exceptionally clean and updated and we enjoyed a glass of wine overlooking the river.

Price is right, in a quiet spot. But the room is TINY, the regular queen has one chair and no…read moretable, lighting is poor and peeling wallpaper. The good: decent price and super comfy bed. Towels were fluffy and the bathroom was clean with great water pressure. The only reason I wouldn't stay again is the smell-I don't know if they're trying to cover something up or what but it smells so strong of cheap air freshener.

First, here is the important stuff: They have RV parking and…read moretent area (separate from RVs). If you're interested, RV spots have: Water, Electricity, Sewer We were here from Sunday to Tuesday, 8/2 to 8/4: This is a great place for people planning on parking their RVs and taking off during the day. It's not really a great place to stay and chill all day long. It's right next to the Hood River Bridge (although it's $2 to get across then another $2 to return). We were in site 6 and want to know what my view was? TRAFFIC, oh, and a beautiful gas station. I had to laugh. I picked this place because it was near a lot and it received pretty good reviews and honestly, the breweries were closed in Hood River due to COVID so technically could have bypassed this one. Speaking of COVID, the guy in the office nor the 2 customers inside wore masks. That did not make me happy. Please wear a mask! We do it for you, please do it for us. Basically, your campsite choices, if you have an RV, are traffic noise or train noise. Honestly, I would have preferred train noise. There was a spot open the entire time I was there and I asked if I could have it and was told no. Meh! I really didn't pay much since I received a discount with Good Sam membership. I paid under $40. so that's a plus. I guess I need to say the good because I have been cranky...blame it on the traffic noise. ;) - The place is clean. - You're supposed to have wifi access although I was never able to connect. - We had a decent size grass area with a picnic table. Considering the one next to us (#7?) didn't have any grass, this was a blessing. - We didn't have a dog but saw that they had a good size dog area. If you are tent camping they have a nice area that's under a bunch of trees. Granted, you are right next to the tent area. It looked so serene. Honestly, I told my husband that we should just bring our chairs and sleep there. Really, our site wasn't as noisy if we had our air conditioner on all night. ;) In the tent grass area there is a horseshoe pit. Yes, I played and wasn't that terrible. Just try and get deeper into the park and not on the street near the entrance. It will probably make a difference.

The woman working the front desk is absolutely horrible. I was trying to buy propane and she…read morecomplained because the tank was filling slowly. Never had an issue filling it at other locations. She just kept on complaining. She actually walked away while it was filling! Not safe at all! She then slammed the pump off and told me to never come back.

What a lovely little gem of a place to spend some time! (I…read moreonly wish we'd spent more nights - now we'll have to go back!) Hood River is such a cute little place to visit and to get away from Portland - and it's so super convenient. We recently ventured out for a birthday getaway - and had a night booked in the large Terrace Room here at the B&B. The house is lovely, and neighborhood kitties were sleeping on the porch (though the innkeepers do not feed them). Bowl of Jelly Belly jelly beans in the dining room. The house is warm, cozy, and quiet. On our bed were two little hedgehogs waiting to say hello (ceramic, fyi). PLENTY of hot water to fill the big tub, and even shower off after. Great DVD selection upstairs so you can snuggle in the super-comfy bed and watch an old favorite (Indiana Jones trilogy? Yes, please!) Breakfast was a delight - the other guests were fun and we all talked about our rooms and the critters on the beds when we arrived. Our breakfast began with juice, coffee, tea - and then we plunged right in to incredibly amazing baked pears with walnuts. YUM. We had fruit, mini quiches - everything was outstanding. The Inn is nicely located on a quiet street - and we very easily walked into town and visited shops and had a nice dinner out. The house dog will give a bark at you, then stand there and get his pets, then go on his way (my dogs could never live at a B&B - they'd crawl into people's bags and eat dirty socks - I digress). I cannot think of a single thing lacking here. I will be back again for sure!

Made a reservation, paid in full, flew out to Portland to find this place is abandoned and closed…read more No one answered the phone and we were out $1800 and had no place to stay. Had to get our money back through our credit card. Do not book this place. It is a total scam. Check other trip advisor reviews. It has happened to many people.

Wow! what a view of the Columbia River from this B&B. We spent our 20th anniversary here and it was…read moreexcellent. Our room (The Lilac) had a wonderful view of the river. Windsurfers everywhere. We could even even see the train on the other side of the river. Our hostess was wonderful. The breakfast was enormous.

This is the best place imaginable! I loved getting married here. Thank you Alyson for being an…read moreamazing hostess. Last minute I lost my vows... Alyson to the rescue. She ran up the stairs twice and found them just in time!!! Lakecliff deserves all the stars. We were even able to have a low-key quiet after party until 4 am. I didn't want my wedding to end, it was beyond words, a dream come true and a perfect location. Other info: We had 70 people in attendance. If you would like to contact me. I would be happy to provide glowing reviews. The rooms are wonderful, and the breakfast was great too!!!