Hood River Real Estate

Hood River real estate is located 50 minutes east of Portland Oregon and nestles nicely next to the Columbia River. A small town of just 7,000 people, the Hood River downtown area features historic homes and buildings, upscale gift stores, boutiques and fine restaurants, giving the downtown shopping experience it's remarkable charm. Hood River Oregon plays host to numerous events each year, drawing thousands of visitors to this picturesque town. Events that include the Hood River Valley Blossom Festival, which takes place in April, Hood River Hops Fest, Hood River Valley Harvest Fest, which take place in the fall. In the summer, where Hood River sees its busiest tourist season, the Mount Hood Cycling Classic takes place as well as many sporting events which feature world class windsurfing, kitesurfing, mountain biking, outrigger canoeing, white water rafting and rock climbing. Check out the city's calendar of events!

Truly one of the most sensational places to live, Hood River citizens are dedicated to preserving the "good life;" they are friendly, environmentally conscious, progressive, family oriented, involved in the community, and love their recreation. After their first visit to Hood River and the surrounding Columbia Gorge, many people go home only to figure out a way to move to this beautiful place residents call The Gorge.Whether you are into the arts, looking for a small-town feel that is an easy commute to a major airport, or great place to retire to, want unlimited choices in recreation or simply looking for a safe place to raise your children, Hood River and surrounding gorgeous Columbia Gorge communities have something to offer everyone.

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Hood River Community Information:

The City of Hood River was incorporated in 1854, and is the county seat for Hood River County. Hood River is located at the junction of Highway 35 and Interstate 84. The Hood River toll bridge spans the Columbia River and connects the city with the communities of White Salmon and Bingen located in the state of Washington. Hood River is located approximately 60 miles east of Portland Oregon on I-84. It is 7 miles west of Mosier, and 21 miles west of The Dalles.

Take advantage of life amidst Oregon´s natural beauty. Some of the best views in the Hood River Valley can be seen from the Mount Hood scenic byway. From up there, you can see everything that´s great about life in the Hood River area. There are fruit orchards, once Hood River´s source of economic stability, waterfalls and plentiful wildlife to see along your drive, all of the best of Hood River. Hood River also boasts many micro breweries and vineyards. Stop at Panorama Point to look out over the valley. It´s always fun to imagine you can see your home from this vantage point.

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Major local industries include: orchards and fruit packing, telecommunications, timber, software design, and recreation activities (particularly windsurfing, kiteboarding, SUP "stand up paddling", fishing, kayaking, road and mountain biking, hiking, and skiing). Hood River County is now responsible for the leading production of Anjou Pears in the world. Fruits and timber products are still the major sources of revenue, although industrial opportunities are growing, and the future years will bring even more new development.

Hood River Education

"Located in the beautiful Hood River Valley, the Hood River County School District provides exceptional opportunities for students. Thanks to strong community support, our schools offer full-day kindergarten, experienced and expert staff, extracurricular programs at middle and high schools, and a wide range of college-credit and advanced-placement courses. More than 80 percent of our graduates pursue education beyond high school. We have recently invested $25 million to increase energy efficiency, add classrooms and upgrade key components of our school buildings. Come check us out!" (via-website Hood River County School District