History Native Americans were the area’s first inhabitants and for millennia have made their homes along the Columbia River, fishing and gathering. European explorers and settlers, including Lewis and Clark, found their way into the area beginning in the late 18th century, benefiting from the flourishing trade centers established by these tribes. The name Hood River appears on a map as early as 1856. Communities of Japanese and Mexican immigrants help build the agricultural powerhouse of Hood River County. which now includes Cascade Locks, Odell and Parkdale. The dramatic and fertile landscape of Hood River County is the result of powerful geologic forces. Ice age floods carved the Columbia Gorge’s basalt cliffs. Volcanic eruptions in the Cascade mountain range created Mt. Hood for today’s skiers and hikers to enjoy at places like Mt. Hood Meadows resort. The Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area Act of 1986 protects the area from overdevelopment. Farm produce and Native-caught salmon provide a backbone for the area’s culinary riches and farm-to-table dining scene. You’ll find breweries and cideries galore using Fruit Loop orchard fruit, plus renowned Columbia Gorge AVA wineries. Whether you’re looking to satisfy a taste for adventure, soothe your soul or simply enjoy a delicious meal sourced within a stone’s throw, you’ll find it in the Hood River Valley. Hood River County TRAVEL OREGON Native American fishing platforms in Cascade Locks visithoodriver.com 3
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