This was a great little hike. Very easy. Well maintained. Great signage. Absolutely beautiful.read more

Barlow Wayside Park is located 11 miles east of Sandy. It is a short trail, adjacent to the Sandy…read moreRidge Trail biking system. So it's a good option for those on foot rather than bike! There's just about a mile and a half of walking trails that are very well-maintained with rustic bridges, stone paths, and wooden benches. The trail takes you through woodlands, wetlands, and beside a stream that shelters salmon and steelhead. There's also a self guided nature tour. Though there is a waterfall trail, the waterfall mentioned is quite small for Oregon. It is lovely nevertheless.

What a great little place for hiking! I would call it more of a nature walk rather than a hike, but…read morethat's what makes it great for small kids or those in wheelchairs. There are two short trails that are less than a mile each. The Streamwatch Trail takes you along the water and even has a little underwater fish viewing area. There weren't any fish in March, but it must be pretty cool to watch the fish underwater during busier seasons. The Wetlands Trail takes you along a wooden boardwalk to literally go through a wetland area. Most of these trails are stroller/wheelchair friendly, but there are some parts that are on dirt and gravel, which may be a little trickier. There are also a lot of picnic tables along the Streamwatch trail, which would be perfect in warmer weather.

Been meaning to stop by and see what Wildwood has to offer, and finally did last weekend…read more Clearly they have loads to offer in the other seasons, but it's still peaceful and offers up a decent stroll or hike in winter. We took both the Wetlands and Streamwatch trails. You've got to be verrry careful right now on the oh-so slippery boardwalks of the Wetlands. It was very icy throughout the entire trail. The Streamwatch trail winds you through picnic areas, along the river, and by the underwater viewing area. We drove around past other trails and over to the family meadow and picnic area. Plenty of parking and the restrooms that were open were clean. There were a few structures and trail aspects that needed some tending to, but overall it's a lovely recreation area...peaceful now but probably loads of fun for families in the springtime!

Our 9-year-old daughter just came back from her first week at camp, and it was an incredible…read moreexperience from beginning to end. She had just turned old enough to qualify and started skateboarding only last summer. Although still relatively new to the sport, she felt totally comfortable and confident joining thanks to the warm, supportive environment. One of her favorite moments was getting to skate with Kaci Woolf, which truly inspired her. From a parent's point of view, everything about the camp was well organized, safe, and thoughtfully run. The food was delicious, the daily routine was solid, and the staff were attentive and encouraging. We especially want to thank Coach Joseph, who not only kept a close eye on our daughter but also earned her complete trust. Because she felt so supported, she was willing to try new tricks and push herself further than ever before. Our daughter brought her phone with her, but barely contacted us during the week--clearly, she was too busy having fun. That made Coach Joseph's thoughtful updates even more meaningful to us. Every message and photo he shared showed her smiling, skating, and thriving. The only minor issue was that one of her shoelaces broke partway through the week, and unfortunately the camp store didn't carry replacements. It was a small hiccup, but a good reminder of how tough skateboarding can be on shoes. When we picked her up, the very first thing she said was, "I want to come back for two weeks next year!" She came home full of joy, confidence, and new friendships. We're deeply grateful for the experience and would absolutely recommend this camp to other families.

Everything was superb! This has been the highlight of my son's summer for the past 4 years. He…read morereally enjoyed being in Joey's instructional group and seemed to learn a lot from him and his positivity! Thanks Joey! The addition of using WhatsApp was great. We loved being able to see little snippets of his time at camp. Well done.

I LOVE coming here! I first tried out this place a little more than a year ago, with aspirations of…read morestarting a new hobby. I then tried to fish for trout out in nature but due to my track record and queasiness of what to do after I catch, I just end up continuing to come here!! The staff has ALWAYS been extremely helpful for me when I have issues removing a hook, or any questions I may have. They even give advice and show you how to do XYZ. You can bring your own gear, or use theirs for free! No license required since it is a farm. You will pay based on inches of the fish, and they will gut it and cut it and you will be on your way to a delicious dinner!!

We visited this farm recently and unfortunately had a very negative experience. The staff we…read moreinteracted with were unfriendly and spoke to us in a harsh and unprofessional manner. We were told that if the roots of the fish became tangled, they would not replace them, and we were advised to bring our own equipment in a way that felt unnecessarily aggressive. The interaction was uncomfortable, even for the children with us. Based on our experience, we would not recommend this place. "We've visited this fish farm many times, but this visit was extremely upsetting. The staff refused to give us the equipment we needed and spoke to us in a harsh, unprofessional way. When the owner came over, he was aggressive, told me not to speak, and asked our whole group to leave -- including our two kids (9 and 11) who were checking in with us, and even my daughter's Girl Scout group who had not spoken to him at all. He raised his voice at the children, leaving them very upset. Based on this experience, we cannot recommend this place.

Sorry to say the are no longer in business. Used to frequent the shop before Covid. Was looking…read morefor a guide named Scott Howell. Tight lines...

Tony was amazing & shared some great insight with my husband and I. He was patient & informative…read more We bought my first fly rod setup from this shop and it comes with a lifetime warranty. We will 100% give our business to this shop if we're in the area again. To the person who gave this shop zero stars for no women's gear. You should get a grip. Women do not typically fly fish as much as men. To expect a country location to stock full options for women is unreasonable in my opinion. I'm female & I ordered my gear online knowing that every shop won't have the same options for me that they do for my husband.

I love using Mt. Hood Outfitters, they are so great. The first time I used them was perhaps over 7…read moreyears ago, we rented some Stand-Up-Paddleboards around on Trillium Lake, and the service was great, and the equipment was really great. We did that twice through them, circa 2014. And, recently we were camping at Clackamas Lake for an Ultra-Trail Race in July, and we decided to rent a canoe on a whim at Timothy Lake. Once, we found out where the Outfitters were set up by the Dam, they were really easy to work with. We were able to run a credit card, and they provided life jackets- we were even able to take our doggo with us (who had a life jacket). And, the whole transaction took less than 5 minutes, and we were on the lake! It was really low key, and low pressure, and convienent. I will definitely be using this company in the future. I also would speculate some of the other reviews were for different look-alike-sound-alike company names, perhaps they were not Mt. Hood Outfitters. They are the perfect component to a great summer vacation day!

Great looking shop. Lots of great rental options. Whether it's skis or snowboards, they have an…read moreawesome rental selection that will provided such a fun experience on the mountain. Quick service and nice people.

Enrolling our son three years ago at the age of two was the best decision we've ever made. He has…read morelearned so much and just blossoms more each day. The director Emily has been with him from day one. She is truly the heartbeat of the school, and we couldn't be more grateful for her. And, from Teacher Lydia to Teacher Cindy to Teacher Sarah, and now Teacher Nicole (and all the others that have helped) he has always been in the best of hands. I've never had to worry or stress. I am always at ease knowing he's treated with kindness and patience and that his days are filled with learning, fun, and friends. Nicole is just amazing, he loves her so much! I can't believe we're on to Kindergarten, a big heartfelt thanks to everyone helping him to be so well prepared for this next adventure.

I can't say enough good things about Cadence Acacemy Preschool-Gateway. The fill in director,…read moreTaylor, is doing such a great job not only running the day to day things for our school, but also for the families and her staff. She is always doing what she can to get answers to parents questions, and if she doesn't know the answer she gets it. Even with the covid restrictions, the staff here have done everything they can to keep the school open and healthy. I am really liking the summer camp program that the pre-k class started last month, Road Trip Summer Adventure. Each week they travel (pretend) to a different state to learn about things that stand out in history, events, or places. It's awesome knowing that they have a curriculum that fits every child's needs of learning and interest.

I am so thankful for our time at Cadence Academy. Both my daughter and son attended preschool here…read moreand I cannot express my gratitude enough. Everyone was so friendly, knowledgeable and kind. One of my kids has learning differences and his teacher and the rest of the staff were so committed, gentle and consistent with him. We felt so safe and loved. When we walked through the front door in the mornings, it felt like a cozy, familial environment. I knew my kids were safe and adored. My son is now in kindergarten and he keeps asking to go back and visit. I highly recommend Cadence Academy.

Such an amazing preschool!! I loved all the staff , so welcoming and very attentive to each and…read moreevery child! I'd highly recommend bringing your kids here

Very responsive! Very clean! Very organized! Personable and creative. I really enjoyed my tour of…read morethe location. We ultimately decided to go elsewhere due to location and convenience.

We love Cadence Academy for our two children (one infant, one toddler). The teachers and director…read moreknow us by name and greet us warmly every day. The center is clean, bright, and colorful. As a full-time working mom, it has been emotionally difficult to utilize daycare, but I truly consider Cadence to be part of our extended "village". Every day my toddler spends the car ride home gleefully reciting all the new things she's learned that day, and it makes me feel confident that my kiddos are in the best place being nurtured in the best ways by the best people.

We've been super happy here. My daughter is in the Kindy program. She turned 5 right before the…read moreschool year, and we decided that the small class size would be good for a young kindergartener, and we also felt like it was good place for her given all the uncertainty with COVID. It's been a great experience so far. She loves school and her teacher. It's a small, nurturing setting, but with a Kindy curriculum, so she's learning to read and such. The teacher is great and enthusiastic. All the kids seem to get along well, and all seem very happy at drop off and pick up. It's been a tough year for schools and daycares with staffing challenges, COVID restrictions, and a lot of uncertainty. I think the school is managing everything very well. Couldn't be happier!

We moved to the neighborhood in July and were desperate for some help with our toddler. With covid…read moreslowing down a bit in the summer, we decided to check Cadence out. So glad, we did. Alana and the teachers are great. My son loves going to school. Despite the uptick in cases in the winter, we have decided to keep him in daycare. We feel cadence and their staff are doing their best to ensure a safe space for the kids.