MT HOOD & THE
COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE

MT HOOD & THE COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE

Deaf Couple's 4-Day Adventure

Lily Yu @deafjourney

Lily Yu shares her passion for travel as a first-generation deaf Asian American, working to break down barriers and empower fellow deaf travelers to experience the world's wonders. See some of her highlights from Mt. Hood and the Columbia River Gorge in the gallery below, and check out her blog for the full itinerary and details.

Horsetail Falls is an easy-to-access cascading waterfall with no hiking required for the perfect pic with fewer crowds.

Here's a sample of Lily's itinerary. Learn more about her experience at her blog.

Day 1 Highlights: Waterfalls and Feasts

Eat at Sugarpine Drive-In
Check out "King of Roads" exhibit
Explore waterfalls like Multnomah Falls and Horsetail Falls
Visit Vista House
Stay at Bridal Veil Lodge
Dinner at McMenamins Black Rabbit Restaurant

Day 2 Highlights: East to The Dalles

Stop at Bonneville Fish Hatchery to meet Herman the Sturgeon
Visit the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center
Check out the Western Antique Aeroplane and Automobile Museum (WAAAM)
Ride the Columbia Gorge Sternwheeler
Dinner at Thai Carnation

Day 3 Highlights: A Sweet Trip up Mt. Hood

Have breakfast at Bridal Veil Lodge and check out Bridal Veil Falls
Second breakfast at Joe's Donuts
Scenic views at Jonsrud Viewpoint
Lunch at Antfarm Cafe
Unwind at Ruby's Spa at McMenamins Edgefield
Check in to Mt. Hood Oregon Resort
Dinner at Koya Kitchen

Day 4 Highlights: Mt. Hood Nature

Breakfast at the Huckleberry Inn
Stroll Wildwood Recreation Site and spot some salmon
Views at Trillium Lake

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