Blog from the Old Parkdale Inn Bed and Breakfast
Category Archives: Outdoor Experience
Spring Brings an Explosion of Blossoms and Color to the Hood River ValleyThe peach, cherry, apple and pear trees in the Hood River valley explode in a harmony of vibrant pink and white flowers.
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Bald Butte Via the Oak Ridge Trail #668AA hike to the top of Bald Butte is a great choice for an early season hike in the Upper Hood River Valley! A vibrant show
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Cascade Canyon ToursAndrew Jimenez, owner and lead guide of Cascade Canyon Guides has had the privilege to professionally lead trips through the
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Fishing near the Old Parkdale Inn Bed and BreakfastWe’re often asked if there’s fishing up here on the north slope of Mt Hood. Hood River County reaches from the
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Spring and Summer Birds are returning to the Old Parkdale Inn GardensWe have many birds that spend the winter with us here in the gardens of the Old Parkdale Inn. We keep the feeders available
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Geocache to Rock Your Mt Hood Parkdale VacationThe Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area formation started approximately 40-60 million years ago. Pressure of molten
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Rafting with Wet Planet Whitewater CenterSummertime means River Time. Who’s ready for some river time? Embark on an unforgettable summertime adventure! The Old
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Best Weekend, or midweek, Adventures In Mt Hood National ForestA visit to Mount Hood National Forest offers the perfect blend of adventure, scenery, and restoration—whether you’re
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Walks, Runs, Marathons and Half Marathons near the Old Parkdale InnSo, I started researching walks, runs, marathons and half marathons near us here at the Old Parkdale Inn. Knew there were
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5 Things You Can Do In Parkdale Oregon this SpringSpring arrives in the Hood River Valley. Waterfall flows are picking up as the snow melts. Wildflowers are popping. Golf
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Twenty-Six Top Picks for 2026National Plan for Vacation Day – January 27, 2026 On January 27 take time to plan your days off for the year. And if you
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Open for fresh snow, warm beds, and cold beerFinally winter is arriving in the Hood River Valley. Not much yet. But it is coming. The days have been clear and crisp. The
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