Old Parkdale Inn

A Hood River Valley Bed and Breakfast


THE BLOG

Work From Here

By Mary Pellegrini

WFH doesn't just mean 'work from home'. For us in the lodging world it can mean 'Work From Here'. Remote workers and digital nomads! Looking for a change of scenery from your home office? Our suites at the Old Parkdale Inn, and this exclusive offer, are perfect for balancing your work life with some much …

Mt Hood and the Columbia River

By Mary Pellegrini

It's official: With the warming weather our rivers in the Gorge will start rushing and will be so fun to raft in just a few weeks. The White Salmon River, just across the Columbia in Washington, beckons you with rapid water and beautiful views. Wet Planet Whitewater is offering you 20% off all spring trips …

By Mary Pellegrini

Today is Pi Day. How about celebrating with an Apple Pie Cookies? We put a little spin on the classic apple pie and the results were amazing. For quicker, easier assembly I used refrigerated pie crusts Apple Pie Cookies from the Old Parkdale Inn 6 green apples 1 package refrigerated pie crust (2 crusts) 5 …

4 Starvation Creek Trail Waterfalls

By Mary Pellegrini

One easy hike and 4 Columbia Gorge Waterfalls on this Waterfall Wednesday This 1.9-mile out-and-back trail near Cascade Locks, Oregon is a section of the soon to be complete Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail. It's considered an easy route and takes an average of 46 min to complete. This is a very popular area …

Hood River Golf Course with Mt Hood in the background

By Mary Pellegrini

Take time out from hiking, biking, wine tasting, or fruit picking on these golf courses near Mt Hood and the Columbia River Gorge. Or simply make it a golf vacation to the Hood River Valley and the Old Parkdale Inn Hood River Golf and Country Club - the oldest course in Hood River, opening in …

Mt Hood behind field of balsamroot. Give for the Gorge Banner and Logo

By Mary Pellegrini

Give for the Gorge is a crowdfunding campaign designed to preserve the landscapes and communities of the Columbia River Gorge. By supporting Give for the Gorge, you will help preserve the natural beauty and magic of this scenic area, and the communities of hardworking residents who make this place so special. We are proud and …