Viento State Park
Where a railroad station once stood is now the home of one of the best Gorge campgrounds, conveniently located just 8 miles west of Hood River.
Behold the Columbia River Valley’s jaw-dropping beauty up-close when adventuring outdoors. From epic excursions in the snow, to warm-weathered fun in the sun, there’s something for every season, and for groups of any size. Book a guided tour or go it alone, the Gorge’s great outdoors is calling your name!
Where a railroad station once stood is now the home of one of the best Gorge campgrounds, conveniently located just 8 miles west of Hood River.
Established in the Columbia River Gorge in Hood River, Oregon in 1987, Big Winds is one of the largest windsurfing, kiteboarding and stand up paddleboarding product and accessory stores in the United States.
Located off Exit 64, the port’s marina facilities offer a boat launch and moorage for over 150 vessels as well as kayaking, small sailing craft, community education sailing classes, and Hood River Yacht Club activities.
Waterfront Park (Exit 63) features restrooms, picnic tables, two picnic shelters, walking paths, grassy play areas, a sandy swimming beach, and a launch ramp for windsurfers and stand-up paddle boarders (no kiteboarding access at this time).
Kiteboarding and windsurfing activities dominate the Event Site, the Spit/Sandbar, and the Hook areas, located east of the Hood River, which can be accessed from Exit 63.