We came on a tour to see the waterfalls along the gorge and the Vista House at Crown Point was the…read morelast stop. Located on a hill, the building had a small coffee to go shop, gift shop, museum and most important clean restrooms. There is also a carpark around the building. The views were lovely and can be seen as you walk around the building. The best view is the Gorge. Absolutely breathtaking and a must see when in Portland.

A beautiful observation point on the Historic Columbia River Highway with stunning views of the…read moreColumbia River Gorge and the mountains. It's a great place to stop and enjoy the scenery. There's no entrance fee, but parking fee needed. I've visited in both winter and summer, and the experience was quite different. In winter, it was extremely windy, while the summer (mid June) visit was pleasantly cool with almost no wind, making it much more comfortable to explore. The upper level was closed during our visit, but we still able to visit the basement, there's a small museum, souvenir shop and a café. The staffs were very friendly, welcoming, and knowledgeable, making the visit even more enjoyable. Definitely worth a stop if you're driving along the Historic Columbia River Highway.

The state park website says, "No trip to Vista House is complete without a stop at the Portland…read moreWomen's Forum for stunning view of the historic landmark framed by the Columbia River Gorge." And I would tend to agree. I have always stopped here before heading over to the Vista House or Multnomah Falls, whether it was just by myself on a trip to the gorge or when I was showing visitors the area. It's not much more than a parking lot and lookout point, but it makes for a great view and great photos. It's a neat bit of history that women raised funds for this land. Their names are inscribed on a plaque here. You go girls!

I found this popular overlook while driving by the Columbia River Gorge in Corbett. It's known for…read moreits panoramic views of the gorge and a beautiful view of the Crown Point Vista House. I learned that The Portland Women's Forum purchased the land to prevent development & to preserve the natural beauty along the gorge & then later donated it to the state in 1963. The names of all the women are listed. I love the location of this overlook as it's easy to view from the roadside which makes it an easy stop for travelers on the Historic Columbia River Highway. This is also located right next to Chanticleer Point.

Since this historic Goose Hollow neighborhood bridge doesn't cross a river (instead it crosses over…read morethe Jefferson St road and max line), it doesn't get the the recognition and attention that most Portland bridges do, but it's important for connecting the King's Hill and Vista Ridge areas, and for providing a nice view of the downtown Portland cityscape. It even has 4 balconies (with benches) that extend from the sidewalk to give pedestrians a place to photograph and gaze (the title shot for Portlandia, with tall evergreens on the sides and Big Pink smack in the middle, was actually shot here). Unfortunately, it's more commonly known not for its picturesque view, but rather for the number of people using it to commit suicide (It's locally known by some as "Suicide Bridge"). 6 people in just the last 8 years have died (5 attempts happened in 2011 alone, and 2 people have died so far in 2013). It looks like city support is gathering to some kind of barriers/fences to decrease future attempts, but given it's a registered historic bridge, the chances of it happening are decreased since multiple other agencies may need to approve the changes before any construction could begin. If you're in the area, take the opportunity to stop by and catch the view before it's obscured by chainlink fences or the like! And by all means, take the opportunity now to put the Multnomah County Crisis Hotline (503-988-4888) in your phone now so that if you ever need it for yourself or someone else, you know where to find it.

Sometimes I commute by this bridge. It has a beautiful view to the East overlooking our small city…read more Mt Hood, when clear. In a great collaboration between neighbors, business and the new transportation commissioner, some fences were built in record time. Before the fences were completed, neighbors volunteered to watch the bridge to keep angels from falling. In turn the love lock tradition attached. I love love, but please don't drop those keys on people below! Yes they will probably have to be cut off. There is a better option and we need a museum for them, holding new things, everyday, which are lovely. Are Lincoln neuromantics behind this? http://toool.us/lovelocks.html http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_pRHljnD6xU http://www.theguardian.com/world/2014/jun/09/paris-bridge-railing-collapses-weight-love-locks

Great small museum . They have an amazing collection of old drugs from the old pharmacies.read more

Another fantastic museum in Oregon City!…read more This one was a comprehensive look at local history with an exceptionally interesting exhibit on the water as a power source and harnessing this power for electricity for local homes as innovators in the US at the time. There were also exhibits on schooling, clothing and pharmacy, which was fascinating as well.

I'd love a recent photo of the control room, spooky isn't the right word. The allure of the…read morewhispering floors and speckled construction lights reflection in the windows gives this portal a gleem like no other. It's always a beautiful night on the water at centennial mills.

When I moved to Portland these mills were still very much in use and many people worked there…read more Then they closed and they were sold to the city for a park. T The cities plan was to raze it and build a river front park for the Pearl area. People got upset, called the pace historic and eventually the city agreed. There was a competition to redevelop the site and a company from California won the bid. That plan collapsed with the economy and now a new company headed by Jordan Schnitzer seems to be taking the lead. All this is played out in the news. I really hope they can agree on how to save what can still be saved The buildings make a nice contrast to the new stuff. Besides I want more riverfront to walk on and I here that is part of the plan! The buildings and their towers are cool they have history. I hope they can get it together to save as many as they can. In an area where the old is torn down to make room for modern condos etc it is nice to see old buildings. Some will be lost soon as buildings and wharves are torn down that is a given as the place has deteriorated. Given the current condition it is probably better to get it over with, It attracts sightseers, When I was there last two young men emerged from below the flour mill. Given the state of the buildings that can't be safe.

So many fantastic options with unique and interesting stores, restaurants, food cart pods,…read morepubs/bars & entertainment along Mississippi Avenue in Portland! It's nice to spend a day or afternoon just walking the area and checking things out.

This street has it all! Vibrant shops, unique bars, several music venues, and lots of restaurants…read morespanning a variety of cuisines and price ranges. Thai, Italian, Sushi, Burgers, Southern comfort food, Korean, Mexican, ice cream - it's all there! The shops are small business - no chains - and range from eclectic little boutiques perfect to browse and shop for treasures, to gourmet food shops with a plethora of local items, and a store that has every lightbulb known to exist - Sunlan - that truly is worth a visit. I really like Ink & Peat gift shop. So many fun items like warm and comfy throws, jewelry, chocolates, garden items, perfume. Hard to visit without a purchase! For those looking for adult beverages day and night, there are lots of pubs, bars and music venues. This street really comes alive in the summer with the Mississippi Street Festival, typically held on a Saturday, mid July. Definitely do a search and put the date in your calendar. The street is lined with vendors selling food, jewelry, handmade items and crafts. At different points along Mississippi, there are stages set up with several bands performing throughout the day and evening. All for free! N. Mississippi is definitely a Portland vibe and gem!

Beautiful and iconic landmark for the city of Portland OR. It can be seen during the day but really…read morepops at night. It sits atop the White Stag Building at 70 NW Crouch Street. A bit of history.... 1940 - The sign was installed and originally advertised White Satin Sugar 1957 - Converted for White Stag Sportswear, adding the now- famous leaping white deer 1978 - Designated a historic landmark. 1997-2010 - It read "Made in Oregon - Old Town" 2010 - present - The city of Portland acquired the sign and changed the main lettering to "Portland, Oregon", while retaining the stag and the "Old Town" panel. Christmas tradition: The stag's nose is illuminated red like Rudolph

Portland is a gorgeous city with some beautiful views, incredible food, and plenty of places worth…read moreexploring. My friend and I were able to get some great pictures in front of the iconic Portland Oregon White Stag Sign, but unfortunately, the surrounding area raised some serious concerns for me. The unhoused population in this area was probably the largest and most visible I have personally encountered. I am a strong believer in treating unhoused people with dignity and making sure people have access to adequate housing, mental health care, sanitation, and other resources. Seeing so many people seemingly living underneath the bridge and throughout the surrounding streets was genuinely upsetting. As we walked around, we also encountered several people who appeared to be experiencing mental health crises or otherwise struggling without adequate support. There was also a significant amount of human waste on the streets, which immediately made me wonder whether there are enough accessible public restrooms and sanitation facilities available in this part of the city. More than anything, the experience left me wondering what resources are actually being provided by the city and local elected officials to address homelessness, mental health, sanitation, and basic human needs in this area. These are human beings who deserve better than being left to live in conditions like this. The sign itself is absolutely worth seeing, but the conditions surrounding it made the experience uncomfortable and honestly pretty heartbreaking.

I will say that this is one of the easiest bridges in Portland. It handles an amazing amount of…read moretraffic and I rarely see even signs that an accident happened on it or that there are people stopped along it. There is great visibility and you really get a gorgeous view of the city which is not distracting while driving. As a cautious driver, I really do appreciate that. The signs are easy to see and direct you well. This is also a lovely bridge visibly and looks pretty epic with it's state flag and country flag.

So how do you rate a bridge? A generic Californian would say no you don't but an Oregonian would…read moresay use your head. I have been driving or riding the bus across this bridge because it's very satisfying not to mention good for my mental health. I am always going across it after my therapy appointments this year. Even my own therapist thought that if I take the bus or drive across the bridge it can help me reduce the mental distress that I have for the past 3 years. Every time I ride the bus across, I turn off my phone or put away my book and look outside the window. Just recently I had to drive here and never once have I felt at easy driving a car. This bridge is huge. I never seen anything like this in California. I like how the arch makes a nice addition to the build of the structure. Drawback: Sorry but bikes and people are not allowed here.