The city of Hood River , Oregon, is a port on the Columbia River, located in the heart of the scenic Columbia River Gorge, at the confluence of the Hood River and the Columbia River. Mount Hood, the tallest peak in the state, is only about 30 miles away. To the south of the city is Hood River Valley, a fertile spot famous for its apples, pears, and cherries. Hood River’s History Museum of Hood River County tells the story of the area’s past. The city is also home to the International Museum of Carousel Art as well as the Western Antique Aeroplane & Automobile Museum. Downtown Hood River has more than two dozen historic buildings and sites registered on the National Register of Historic Places, including the 1920 Columbia Gorge Hotel. Hood River offers excellent windsurfing, kitesurfing, stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, skiing, and mountain biking.

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