THE BLOG
By Mary Pellegrini
So the song goes and so is life here in the Hood River Valley during the summer months. Our guests at the Old Parkdale Inn can choose to relax in the gardens with a good book and a favorite beverage and do little to nothing at all. Or they can choose to get out and about, explore the …
By Mary Pellegrini
What would you do if you only had 36 hours near Parkdale, Oregon? See? Eat? Where would you stay? Of course you'll want to make a reservation at the Old Parkdale Inn so as to make the absolute most of your 36 hours in the Upper Hood River Valley Where to Eat Lunch in Parkdale … Continue reading "36 HOURS IN Parkdale, Oregon – WHAT TO SEE, DO, EAT AND WHERE TO STAY"
By Mary Pellegrini
Mt. Hood, rising 11,240′ into the bluebird sky, is crowned by eleven glaciers. It’s home to three ski areas, making it a great destination for skiing, even during the spring and summer months. And there is no shortage of hiking or biking options in the Mt Hood National Forest. It is possible to enjoy stunning … Continue reading "Mt. Hood ~ One of the 7 Wonders of Oregon"
By Mary Pellegrini
March brings the northern movement of many migratory land birds. The Oregon Cascades Birding Trail, (OCBT) is a self-guided tour highlighting nearly 200 prime birding destinations. After a great night’s sleep at the Old Parkdale Inn set off on the Mt Hood Loop of the Oregon Cascade Birding Trail with a map provided by us. The Mt. Hood Loop of … Continue reading "The Mt Hood Loop of the Oregon Cascade Birding Trail"
By Mary Pellegrini
Since MountNbarreL was established in 2015 as the first all-inclusive, guided wine country bike tour in the Columbia River Gorge, they've made it their mission to continually expand their services, enhance your experiences and evolve as a leader in the agritourism industry. "By bike, ebike or shuttle, our tours are the ultimate guide to ultimate … Continue reading "Come Experience Bike Touring in the Hood River Valley"
By Mary Pellegrini
We're often asked if there's fishing up here on the north slope of Mt Hood. Hood River County reaches from the summit of the state’s tallest mountain, Mt Hood, to the middle of its biggest river, the mighty Columbia. Its many great fishing destinations vary from high-mountain lakes to mighty rivers. Lost Lake is located … Continue reading "Fishing near the Old Parkdale Inn Bed and Breakfast"