Nestled into the Columbia River Gorge against a stunning scenic backdrop, Hood River, Oregon offers visitors a perfect romantic getaway. This post may contain affiliate links, but don't worry - they won't bite. Every year for Valentine's Day, Mr B and I take a little romantic getaway. It doesn't matter if the holiday falls in the middle of the week or on a weekend - we always take at least one day off and head for a quiet destination, usually close to home. This year, as we are wont to do, … [Read more...]
Oneonta Gorge Hike {9 Essential Tips}
The Oneonta Gorge Hike in the Columbia River Gorge creates an indelible memory for those who brave the trail to get there. Oneonta Gorge is an amazing, invigorating hot-weather hike, and one of the most memorable that Mr B, Em and I have ever taken. Arriving at the far end of Oneonta Gorge is totally worth the effort it takes to get there. When you stand at the end of that pristine fissure in the earth and feel the spray from Lower Oneonta Falls falling all around you, it is an … [Read more...]
Wahkeena Falls {Hike}
Beautiful and easy to access, Wahkeena Falls is one of the most popular destinations in the Columbia River Gorge. The Columbia River Gorge offers visitors almost an infinite hiking opportunities. Some of our favorite day hikes can be found along the string of waterfalls on Oregon’s Historic Columbia River Highway known as the “Waterfall Loop,” where well-maintained trails are abundant and the scenery is spectacular. The hike to Wahkeena Falls is especially beautiful, with something to see … [Read more...]
The Lake House Bed & Breakfast {Otis, Oregon}
Our annual Valentine’s weekend getaway took us to the Oregon coast this year, and The Lake House Bed & Breakfast. This post may contain affiliate links, but don't worry - they don't bite. Over the last few years, one of the rituals that Mr. B and I have established is to take an annual Valentine’s weekend getaway. Mr B takes charge of making all the arrangements for our annual escape, so all I have to do is pack my bag and hop in the car. Valentine bliss with my sweetheart, with all the … [Read more...]
The Trail Less Traveled: Elowah Falls & McCord Creek Falls {Hike}
Enjoy both sweeping views and relative solitude on this – the Elowah Falls & Upper McCord Falls Hike –the least-traveled trail on Oregon’s “waterfall road.” It can be so easy to put off exploring your own backyard. Late this summer, Mr. B, Em and I decided to spend a week camping along the Historic Columbia River Highway at Ainsworth State Park, and take the time to explore Gorge trails so close to home that we often overlook them. We took our trusty copy of Curious Gorge along … [Read more...]
Mosier Twin Tunnels {Hike}
We decided to wrap up our Valentine's weekend trip to Hood River by stretching our winter-weary hiking legs with a trip up to see the historic Twin Tunnels just west of Mosier, Oregon. Really more of a stroll than a hike, this short 1.1 mile jaunt (one way, from the Mosier-side trail-head) offers some fabulous views of the Columbia River Gorge. Once an important link in the scenic Columbia River Highway, the Mosier Twin Tunnels were constructed between 1919 and 1921. From the beginning, … [Read more...]
Hood River BnB {Hood River, Oregon}
An Inspiring Destination. A year ago, Mr. B. and I hatched a dream – in our second life, we are going to open a Bed & Breakfast. And though it is likely more than a decade away, even now we often stay up late on weekends imagining and planning – acoustic instruments hanging on the walls of a well-lit great room, musical meet-ups and house concerts in the evenings, savory-sweet smells wafting through the house in the morning. Oh, we know it will be plenty of hard work too, and we are … [Read more...]
