By: Catherine
Age: 41
From: White Salmon, WA

Rows of breakfast sandwiches at Pine Street Bakery

Head to Pine Street Bakery. Ciaran loves the breakfast sammie and I love the espresso!


Playing in the water at Hood River Waterfront Park

Ride bikes at Waterfront Park or take a walk along the Hood River Pipeline Trail that paralells the West Fork of the Hood River.


Lampoei's Thai Kitchen food cart

Lampoei’s Thai Kitchen is a must. Call ahead and order—this gem of a food cart gets busy.


Ice creaming in front of Mike's Ice Cream

Treat yourself and your little one to Mike’s Ice Cream. Order at the window and then head across the street and enjoy sitting on the grassy hill below the library.


Toys at G Willikers Toy Shoppe

The family suite at the Hood River Hotel can sleep a large family and is within walking distance of G. Willikers Toy Shoppe!


Wandering the fruitful orchards of Hood River

Insider Tip!

Any stops along the way should be done early—the afternoon crowds can be a little challenging to manage with kids.

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