The fun begins the moment you step aboard this century-old railroad. Sit back, enjoy the great views and visit with friends and family as you travel along the river, through forests, meadows and numerous fruit orchards 22 miles Southeast to the town of Parkdale. The Mt. Hood Railroad has served as an economic lifeline for the valley since 1906, carrying fruit and forest products to market. While still an active freight line, today's rides now offer visitors some of Oregon’s most breathtaking scenery— from the town of Hood River on the Columbia River toward the base of Mt. Hood. Containing one of the few remaining railroad switchbacks in the U.S., the route offers unparalleled views of the Cascades, including Mount Hood and Mt Adams. |
