Hood River Winery Loop

The Hood River Winery Loop is a charming drive along rural back roads lined with vineyards and orchards, in the foothills of snowcapped Mt Hood.   The Loop begins at Exit 62 off Highway 84 on the Columbia River, just 1 hour east of Portland, Oregon.

Itinerary for 14-mile Hood River Loop

1. Cathedral Ridge Winery: [4200 Post Canyon Drive].  After taking Exit 62, your first stop is the award winning Cathedral Ridge Winery.  This attractive winery is adorned with brightly colored flower baskets, and has a well tended garden and shaded lawn popular for wine tasting and picnics.  The views across the vineyards to snowcapped Mount Saint Helens are simply spectacular. 
2. Marchesi Winery: [3955 Belmont Drive].  Your next stop is Marchesi Winery, where you will experience an old world European-style winery with a lovely tasting room and relaxed patio.
3. Phelps Creek Vineyards: [1850 Country Club Rd].  Phelps Creek Vineyards is a short distance away, and is located on the Mount Hood Golf Course.   There are incredible views of Mount Hood across rolling hills with vineyards.  
4. Pheasant Valley Winery:  [3890 Acree Drive].  Pheasant Valley Winery offers a similar vantage point of Mount Hood, along a picturesque back road.
5. Wy’East Vineyards:  [3189 Highway 35].  The road then descends into a valley, as you cross the cool waters of the Hood River then travel up a winding road to Wy’ East Winery.  Visitors can relax in a lovely outdoor patio beside a beautiful pond with a waterfall. 
6. Mt Hood Winery:  [2882 Van Horne Drive, off Highway 35]. The Mount Hood Winery is next, and is housed in a modern, spacious building with unsurpassed views of both Mount Saint Helens and Mount Hood. 
7. The Gorge White House:  [2265 Highway 35].  Your final stop is the White House.  This historic farmhouse offers the perfect setting for a wine tasting.  The surrounding garden is simply exquisite and popular for photography enthusiasts.  In summer months, visitors can venture out into the U-pick fields to select cherries, strawberries, and blue-berries, and wander through fields of bright flowers.

Hotels, Inns and lodging at Hood River

After completing the Hood River Winery Loop, it’s recommended you stay the evening at the Hood River Township and choose from a wide selection of excellent restaurants and accommodation.

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