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Sandy is a rapidly-growing city in Clackamas County, Oregon, located within the Portland metropolitan region at the foothills of the spectacular Cascade Mountain Range. The city, which is named in honor of nearby Sandy River, is best known as the western gateway for the Mount Hood Corridor, crossed by the picturesque Mt. Hood Scenic Byway. Visitors can enjoy year-round outdoor recreational opportunities at locations such as the 127-acre Sandy River Park, a popular fishing spot, or the Sandy Ridge Trail System, which serves as a popular route for mountain bikers and backpackers. Unobstructed views of Mount Hood at Jonsrud Viewpoint, which also provides stunning views of the Sandy River. In town, visitors can enjoy international delicacies at the Sandlandia food cart pod or explore regional history at the Sandy Historical Society Museum.
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