The Best of Troutdale
Food scene
Don't miss – it's the best food around by far! Everything is delicious and beautifully presented. Save room for their soft-serve sundaes. Veg/vegan friendly!
The Sugarpine Salad is incredible, beautiful, and quite hearty for a salad.
There are picnic tables or it's a quick walk down to the beach at Glenn Otto park. (Note: dogs are allowed at Sugarpine but not in the park)
It's in a cute building right along the river and by the historic bridge that used to be a gas station in the 30's, then a bait shop.
Parking can get NUTS on weekends, especially in summer. Order online and pick up on the patio or via the drive-thru. (Check online for the latest protocol since COVID changes everything)
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Sugarpine Drive-In
1208 E Historic Columbia River HwyDon't miss – it's the best food around by far! Everything is delicious and beautifully presented. Save room for their soft-serve sundaes. Veg/vegan friendly!
The Sugarpine Salad is incredible, beautiful, and quite hearty for a salad.
There are picnic tables or it's a quick walk down to the beach at Glenn Otto park. (Note: dogs are allowed at Sugarpine but not in the park)
It's in a cute building right along the river and by the historic bridge that used to be a gas station in the 30's, then a bait shop.
Parking can get NUTS on weekends, especially in summer. Order online and pick up on the patio or via the drive-thru. (Check online for the latest protocol since COVID changes everything)
A great fine dining option in a beautiful building on the river. Reservations recommended but not usually required. Ask for a table by a fireplace!
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Riverview Restaurant
29311 SE Stark StA great fine dining option in a beautiful building on the river. Reservations recommended but not usually required. Ask for a table by a fireplace!
Delicious Nepali food truck with dumplings, thali, curry, and hot chai tea. Great vegetarian options too.
Namo Buddha Himalayan Cuisine
4727 Southeast Woodstock BoulevardDelicious Nepali food truck with dumplings, thali, curry, and hot chai tea. Great vegetarian options too.
***NOW CALLED LOLO’S BOSS PIZZA***
Always a great seasonal pizza and rotation of local beers on tap! Covered outdoor seating — or they'll even deliver in a little 3-wheel go-cart.
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The Way Out Inn
275 E Columbia River Hwy***NOW CALLED LOLO’S BOSS PIZZA***
Always a great seasonal pizza and rotation of local beers on tap! Covered outdoor seating — or they'll even deliver in a little 3-wheel go-cart.
Classic locals bar with good burgers (both meat and veggie) and killer tots. Open late, has a big patio, and easy to take to-go orders to picnic tables in the part for a more private picnic.
Only two knocks: 1) patio is not dog friendly, 2) be prepared for sub-par mask compliance from fellow clientele if you choose to dine in
Bandit's Bar & Grill
108 E Columbia River HwyClassic locals bar with good burgers (both meat and veggie) and killer tots. Open late, has a big patio, and easy to take to-go orders to picnic tables in the part for a more private picnic.
Only two knocks: 1) patio is not dog friendly, 2) be prepared for sub-par mask compliance from fellow clientele if you choose to dine in
Totally mediocre Italian for a hell of a deal. It's one of those places where everything comes with soup or a salad and they bring free bruschetta for the table. A good place to go after a hike when your expectations are low and your appetite is big.
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Ristorante Di Pompello
177 E Historic Columbia River HwyTotally mediocre Italian for a hell of a deal. It's one of those places where everything comes with soup or a salad and they bring free bruschetta for the table. A good place to go after a hike when your expectations are low and your appetite is big.
Gyro food truck with all the classics: shawarma, falafel, dolma, kebab — plus excellent fries.
Gyro King
23830 Northeast Halsey StreetGyro food truck with all the classics: shawarma, falafel, dolma, kebab — plus excellent fries.
British style pub with slightly more elevated bar food. Daily specials and a covered, dog-friendly patio. Cool building. Gets busy and can sometimes be a bit slow, so grab a pint and settle in!
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Ye Olde Pub
202 W Historic Columbia River HwyBritish style pub with slightly more elevated bar food. Daily specials and a covered, dog-friendly patio. Cool building. Gets busy and can sometimes be a bit slow, so grab a pint and settle in!
Troutdale’s newest food cart pod! 20 trucks and a heated, indoor seating area and bar.
Note: Dogs are unfortunately not allowed indoors.
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Troutdale Station Food Carts
151 Southwest 257th DriveTroutdale’s newest food cart pod! 20 trucks and a heated, indoor seating area and bar.
Note: Dogs are unfortunately not allowed indoors.
Coffee
Local roastery with friendly staff. Portland quality coffee, out here in Troutdale! (This is one of the brands of beans we keep in the tiny house)
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Good Coffee
4747 SE Division StLocal roastery with friendly staff. Portland quality coffee, out here in Troutdale! (This is one of the brands of beans we keep in the tiny house)
Good coffee, friendly barista, delicious French pastries from Petite Provence, Insta-worthy wall art, and fresh flowers. POC and woman-owned.
Grateful Coffee + Flowers
111 W Historic Columbia River HwyGood coffee, friendly barista, delicious French pastries from Petite Provence, Insta-worthy wall art, and fresh flowers. POC and woman-owned.
Tany's Coffee Shop
3030 NE Hogan DrGreat coffee and yummy Mexican pastries! POC owned
Funky little drive-thru coffee hut with friendly baristas and a fun, nerdy/fantasy vibe.
Coffee Quest
26820 SE Stark StFunky little drive-thru coffee hut with friendly baristas and a fun, nerdy/fantasy vibe.
Hiking
Cute little free museum with local history. There's a 2-3 mile hike that starts right behind the house. It's nothing spectacular compared to those in the Gorge, but it makes for a nice evening stroll with some fun elevation changes. (Can't beat the 3 minute drive to the trailhead!) The prettiest bit is at the end where a small footpath follows Beaver Creek at the bottom of a small canyon.
Stop and read the sign next to a picnic table about a 1/4 mile up the trail to learn how this footpath was used by indigenous people and later, by pioneers following the Oregon Trails.
Note that a washed out bridge makes this a shorter out-and-back despite some older trail reports calling it a loop. (Kat can provide an up-to-date trip report if you're interested!)
https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Lower_Beaver_Creek_Canyon_Hike
Harlow House Museum
726 East Historic Columbia River HighwayCute little free museum with local history. There's a 2-3 mile hike that starts right behind the house. It's nothing spectacular compared to those in the Gorge, but it makes for a nice evening stroll with some fun elevation changes. (Can't beat the 3 minute drive to the trailhead!) The prettiest bit is at the end where a small footpath follows Beaver Creek at the bottom of a small canyon.
Stop and read the sign next to a picnic table about a 1/4 mile up the trail to learn how this footpath was used by indigenous people and later, by pioneers following the Oregon Trails.
Note that a washed out bridge makes this a shorter out-and-back despite some older trail reports calling it a loop. (Kat can provide an up-to-date trip report if you're interested!)
https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Lower_Beaver_Creek_Canyon_Hike
Great little hike with a lotta bang for very a low-effort buck!
Beautiful double-tiered waterfall with a twist, cute wooden bridges over the river, and old growth trees. Easy, short, mostly paved trail with stairs and handrails at the steepest points and benches to rest along the way. A great choice for young kids or older folks. (There's also an alternate, handicap-accessible paved route that doesn't go down to the falls but offers nice river/gorge views.)
Hardcore hiking enthusiasts would not consider this an actual hike — more of a nice walk in the woods with some elevation — but it's still worth doing because the falls are so nice.
As with any trailhead in the gorge, do not leave ANY valuables in your car. (I even leave my glovebox open to show there's nothing inside.)
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Bridal Veil Falls
Great little hike with a lotta bang for very a low-effort buck!
Beautiful double-tiered waterfall with a twist, cute wooden bridges over the river, and old growth trees. Easy, short, mostly paved trail with stairs and handrails at the steepest points and benches to rest along the way. A great choice for young kids or older folks. (There's also an alternate, handicap-accessible paved route that doesn't go down to the falls but offers nice river/gorge views.)
Hardcore hiking enthusiasts would not consider this an actual hike — more of a nice walk in the woods with some elevation — but it's still worth doing because the falls are so nice.
As with any trailhead in the gorge, do not leave ANY valuables in your car. (I even leave my glovebox open to show there's nothing inside.)
Classic Gorge hike with a spectacular panorama and interesting rock formations at the top! This is a local favorite and a must-do for anyone who loves nature. This one can get very busy with limited parking, particularly on weekends so arrive early. It's a moderately challenging but quick 4.5-mile hike. Bring plenty of water for you and any pets. The trail does cross a stream but it's largely inaccessible.
**Note: Despite the popularity car break-ins are unfortunately common at this trailhead. Don't leave ANYTHING of value in your car.**
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Angel's Rest Trailhead
East Historic Columbia RiverClassic Gorge hike with a spectacular panorama and interesting rock formations at the top! This is a local favorite and a must-do for anyone who loves nature. This one can get very busy with limited parking, particularly on weekends so arrive early. It's a moderately challenging but quick 4.5-mile hike. Bring plenty of water for you and any pets. The trail does cross a stream but it's largely inaccessible.
**Note: Despite the popularity car break-ins are unfortunately common at this trailhead. Don't leave ANYTHING of value in your car.**
Sightseeing
Pretty sure I don't need to tell you to go here. It's the darling of the Columbia River Gorge and worth seeing — but locals cringe at the thought of finding parking and fighting the summer crowds. It's worth a visit, but save yourself time for some of the more secluded and equally impressive waterfalls too!
Reservations are now required during summer to limit traffic. (Bike traffic is not limited) Full details here: https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/facility/10073376
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Multnomah Falls station
Pretty sure I don't need to tell you to go here. It's the darling of the Columbia River Gorge and worth seeing — but locals cringe at the thought of finding parking and fighting the summer crowds. It's worth a visit, but save yourself time for some of the more secluded and equally impressive waterfalls too!
Reservations are now required during summer to limit traffic. (Bike traffic is not limited) Full details here: https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/facility/10073376
If you've never been to a McMenamins, you're in for a treat! The McMenamins brothers buy up save historic properties from the wrecking ball and turn them into sprawling entertainment destinations. Edgefield used to be a 'poor farm' and now includes multiple bars and restaurants, a winery, a glass blowing studio, a golf course, a spa and soaking pool, hotel rooms, a movie theater, a renowned music venue, gardens, etc — and it's all beautifully decorated with whimsical paintings and architecture. A really fun place to explore!
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McMenamins Edgefield Winery Tasting Room
2126 SW Halsey StIf you've never been to a McMenamins, you're in for a treat! The McMenamins brothers buy up save historic properties from the wrecking ball and turn them into sprawling entertainment destinations. Edgefield used to be a 'poor farm' and now includes multiple bars and restaurants, a winery, a glass blowing studio, a golf course, a spa and soaking pool, hotel rooms, a movie theater, a renowned music venue, gardens, etc — and it's all beautifully decorated with whimsical paintings and architecture. A really fun place to explore!
Historic mountain lodge with epic views both of Mt. Hood/Wy'East summit to the North and a sweeping panorama looking down the Cascades to the South. There's nothing quite like cozying up to their gargantuan stone fireplace and sipping an equally massive hot cocoa on a winters day — or sipping a cold local brew on their back deck after a long summer hike!
The lodge was built by the WPA during the Great Depression and features incredible craftsmanship and many interesting historical displays. You may recognize the exterior from the horror flick The Shining — which they play for free by request in their own movie theater/game room.
Check for COVID closures prior to visiting!
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Timberline Lodge Ski Area
27500 E Timberline RoadHistoric mountain lodge with epic views both of Mt. Hood/Wy'East summit to the North and a sweeping panorama looking down the Cascades to the South. There's nothing quite like cozying up to their gargantuan stone fireplace and sipping an equally massive hot cocoa on a winters day — or sipping a cold local brew on their back deck after a long summer hike!
The lodge was built by the WPA during the Great Depression and features incredible craftsmanship and many interesting historical displays. You may recognize the exterior from the horror flick The Shining — which they play for free by request in their own movie theater/game room.
Check for COVID closures prior to visiting!
Shopping
Cute little gift shop full of handmade local products! The perfect place to find souvenirs. The owner is so nice and can tell you all about her wares.
Artistree NW
103 West Historic Columbia River HighwayCute little gift shop full of handmade local products! The perfect place to find souvenirs. The owner is so nice and can tell you all about her wares.
Three stories of homewares, holiday decor, and gifts. Head downstairs for the more hip/outdoorsy collections and fun local wines. Head upstairs for all things kids and baby. ....Or just pop in for a latte or sandwich from their little cafe.
Celebrate Me Home
319 Historic Columbia River HwyThree stories of homewares, holiday decor, and gifts. Head downstairs for the more hip/outdoorsy collections and fun local wines. Head upstairs for all things kids and baby. ....Or just pop in for a latte or sandwich from their little cafe.
Not a huge selection, but Levi & Eddie Bauer are worth a visit if you need something.
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Columbia Gorge Premium Outlets
450 NW 257th WayNot a huge selection, but Levi & Eddie Bauer are worth a visit if you need something.
An OUTLET location for the famous Oregon wool products brand. If you love their blankets, here's the place to snag a deal!
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Pendleton
2 Pendleton WayAn OUTLET location for the famous Oregon wool products brand. If you love their blankets, here's the place to snag a deal!
Experiences
McMenamins Ruby's Spa at Edgefield
2126 SW Halsey StRelax at the spa and outdoor soaking pool
A veeerrry chill par-3 'pub course' with the option of 20 holes or 9 holes. Grab a beer or cider and a couple clubs, then wander along the course shooting your shots, watching for wild rabbits, hunting for blackberries, and taking in views of the Gorge.
You do not have to be a golfer or even like golf to enjoy!
Edgefield Golf Course
2126 SW Halsey StA veeerrry chill par-3 'pub course' with the option of 20 holes or 9 holes. Grab a beer or cider and a couple clubs, then wander along the course shooting your shots, watching for wild rabbits, hunting for blackberries, and taking in views of the Gorge.
You do not have to be a golfer or even like golf to enjoy!
If you think the Gorge is nice from the ground, just wait 'til you see it from the air! This local aerial adventure company runs private airplane tours of the Gorge, Mt. Hood, and from just down the road at the Troutdale airport.
(The aerial photo in our listing photos was taken from their plane on my birthday a few years back!)
Envi Adventures
1350 NW Perimeter WayIf you think the Gorge is nice from the ground, just wait 'til you see it from the air! This local aerial adventure company runs private airplane tours of the Gorge, Mt. Hood, and from just down the road at the Troutdale airport.
(The aerial photo in our listing photos was taken from their plane on my birthday a few years back!)
Hillcrest Ski & Sports
2424 Southeast Burnside RoadGreat place to rent skis and snowboards in winter or paddleboards in summer.
Great new and used gear store and ski rental, right on the way to Mt. Hood.
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Next Adventure - Sandy
38454 Pioneer BlvdGreat new and used gear store and ski rental, right on the way to Mt. Hood.
Full service salon and spa. Hair, nails, lashes — they do it all. A great place to unwind and treat 'yo self!
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Columbia Gorge Premium Outlets
450 NW 257th WayFull service salon and spa. Hair, nails, lashes — they do it all. A great place to unwind and treat 'yo self!