Blog from the Old Parkdale Inn Bed and Breakfast

The peach, cherry, apple and pear trees in the Hood River valley explode in a harmony of vibrant pink and white flowers.

So, I started researching walks, runs, marathons and half marathons near us here at the Old Parkdale Inn. Knew there were

National Plan for Vacation Day – January 27, 2026 On January 27 take time to plan your days off for the year. And if you

Give for the Gorge is a crowdfunding campaign designed to preserve the landscapes and communities of the Columbia River

Give the gift of adventure and relaxation this season! Treat your friends and family to Wet Planet Whitewater rafting

Tucked between the snowy slopes of Mt. Hood and the orchards of the Hood River Valley, Mount Hood Parkdale and the Old

Mt. Hood, rising 11,240′ into the bluebird sky, is crowned by eleven glaciers. It’s home to three ski areas, making it a

I give you 5 reasons to love the Hood River Valley. The valley is just about as pretty as it gets on a sunny day, with

October is recognized as National Apple Month and Oregon is among the leaders in fine apple production. Apples are a member

Sail in the Heart of the Gorge, on the beautiful classic sloop “WyEast”, in one of the most amazing places on earth.

So the song goes and so is life here in the Hood River Valley during the summer months.  Our guests at the

It’s certainly not too early to start planning your Oregon vacation that should involve chasing waterfalls. Latourell