Take a break from the city and enjoy nature based activities in the Pacific Northwest. These activities are mostly free!
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Mt. Hood
In the City
Hot Springs
Mt. Hood
Located about an hour from Portland, these are can’t miss stops when visiting the Mt. Hood National Forest
Beautiful place for fishing, hiking and non motorized boats.
Trillium Lake
Lake near Mt. Hood Outfitters
Frog Lake
Offers night tubing, skiing - perfect for beginners and family friendly
Mt. Hood Skibowl: Experience Winter Adventures
Ski and snowboard resort
Mt. Hood Meadows Ski and Summer Resort | Meadows
Most expensive but most beautiful resort on the mountain
TIMBERLINE LODGE | MT. HOOD, OREGON
Guided snowmobile and snowshoe tours, gear rentals and more. They have the best price for snow gear rental on the mountain, especially for multiple day rentals!
Mt. Hood Outfitters
In the City
Great spot for walking, dog and family friendly spot to watch the sunrise or sunset
Mount Tabor
Family friendly outing but no dogs allowed
Portland Japanese Garden
Perfect date spot, dog friendly trails
Washington Park - International Rose Test Garden
Ideal photo spot for sunrise, sunset
Community Gardens - City of Lake Oswego
Offers tours across the Clackamas and Willamette rivers
eNRG Kayaking
Very cute walking path in the garden
Leach Botanical Garden
Hot Springs
Fee use hot springs with lodging
Breitenbush Hot Springs
Short hike with beautiful views
Willamette National Forest - Terwilliger (Cougar) Hot Springs
