A Mt. Hood – Parkdale, Oregon B&B
I have acquired a new hobby. Or should I say an obsession. Geocaching. ”Geocaching is a high-tech treasure hunting game played throughout the world by adventure seekers equipped with GPS devices. The basic idea is to locate hidden containers, called geocaches, outdoors and then share your experiences online. Geocaching is enjoyed by people …from all age [...]
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There are over 50 Geocaches within 10-15 miles of the Old Parkdale Inn. Our guests this week found three within walking distance of our inn! Someone has ‘placed’ about 10 right here in Parkdale! “Geocaching is a high-tech treasure hunting game played throughout the world by adventure seekers equipped with GPS devices. The basic idea [...]
Keep reading Geocaching in the Hood River Valley and the Mt Hood National Forest
Guests at the Old Parkdale Inn Bed and Breakfast have been treated to the Rogue Creamery Lavender Cheddar Spring Tart several times now much to their delight. This morning at our inn located in the Hood River Valley we served the Rogue Creamery Panini with Apples, Spinach and Red Onion. I sauted the onion in a little [...]
Keep reading Another Great Lavender Cheddar Recipe from the Rogue Creamery
Father’ s Day is coming and do you really think Dad wants another tie? Of course not! What Dad really would like is fun, adventure, great dining and comfortable accommodations. Wisk him off, or send him to, the Old Parkdale Inn Bed and Breakfast. Bring the bikes or hiking boots and explore the Mt Hood National Forest, just minutes from [...]
The Mt Hood Cycling Classic is coming to the Columbia River Gorge June 2nd-5th. The race features stages through the Gorge, the Upper Hood River Valley, and the Mt Hood National Forest and has been described by experienced international racers as some of the most beautiful they’ve ever ridden. This event is not just for those that are racing. [...]
It is spring in the Pacific Northwest. The rhubarb in the gardens of the Old Parkdale Inn is just about ready to harvest and the Oregon strawberries should begin to come on soon. Put the two together and we get a favorite of our guests, Strawberry-Rhubarb Coffee Cake. 3 c fresh rhubarb, cut in 1-inch pieces [...]
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…we have big white snow flakes. It is snowing pretty hard this morning. Whether it will stick much here in Parkdale and the Upper Hood River Valley, probably not. But it sure is piling up on Mt Hood. Mt Hood Meadows, Mt Hood’s largest ski resort is only 19 miles from the Old Parkdale Inn. [...]
Let’s face it, we all love a deal! I know I do. We relish in sharing our finds with our friends and family. The Old Parkdale Inn is located in the Hood River Valley and we’ve offered our guests add-on items for the last few years but have decided to combine them with our spacious rooms [...]
That’s the motto for the Columbia Gorge Winegrowers. Americas’ Most Unique Wine Region is located less than an hour East of Portland, Oregon. Straddling the mighty Columbia River, the Columbia Gorge Growing Region includes the fertile soils of both Washington and Oregon! From the marine influenced climate of Underwood Mountain to the arid dryland of the Eastern [...]
Keep reading Passport to ‘A World of Wine in Forty Miles’ Weekend
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. In celebration of this milestone and to encourage the use and stewardship of this wonderful resource we will be sharing some of our favorites things to do, sites to see and places to explore in the Gorge. Catherine Creek is an [...]
Social Media at the Old Parkdale Inn Bed and Breakfast:
It was 9 years ago that I went to my first Innkeeper's Conference. It just amazes me how marketing has changed, moving rapidly toward more and more internet presense. I've been to a few conferenc...Geocaching near the Old Parkdale Inn Bed and Breakfast:
I have acquired a new hobby. Or should I say an obsession. Geocaching. "Geocaching is a high-tech treasure hunting game played throughout the world by adventure seekers equipped with GPS device...
Snowshoe, Cross Country, and Downhill ~ All Near the Old Parkdale Inn:
My favorite is snowshoe. Never really did too much downhill as a child and now I don't like to fall down as much and speed is not a necessity! So we snowshoe. For us there is nothing better tha...Old Parkdale Inn
4932 Baseline Rd
Parkdale, Oregon 97041
phone: 541-352-5551
email: parkdale@hoodriverlodging.com