Guidebook for Sandy
Getting Around
Buses run on the weekends, though infrequently. Located behind Mountain Moka, have some coffee while you wait for the bus, or go on up the steps to the Visitor's Center (right behind the transit center) for schedules, maps, and brochures of nearby tourist and sightseeing attractions. SAM and STAR services are $1 and Mt Hood Express is $2.
Sandy Transit Center station
Buses run on the weekends, though infrequently. Located behind Mountain Moka, have some coffee while you wait for the bus, or go on up the steps to the Visitor's Center (right behind the transit center) for schedules, maps, and brochures of nearby tourist and sightseeing attractions. SAM and STAR services are $1 and Mt Hood Express is $2.
This is where the SAM drops you off. You can get buses from here to surrounding areas or Portland. MAX also stops here, to take you to downtown Portland, where you can then get a connecting train to the airport. A day pass is $5 (purchased at ticket kiosks) and valid for MAX as well as all Trimet buses.
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Gresham Transit Center station
This is where the SAM drops you off. You can get buses from here to surrounding areas or Portland. MAX also stops here, to take you to downtown Portland, where you can then get a connecting train to the airport. A day pass is $5 (purchased at ticket kiosks) and valid for MAX as well as all Trimet buses.
Essentials
This is the closest place to stop for gas and groceries. It's a convenience store, so don't expect super-low prices or a wide selection. Nevertheless, it's a good place to stop if you need to pick up a few essentials.
Shorty's Corner
42600 US-26This is the closest place to stop for gas and groceries. It's a convenience store, so don't expect super-low prices or a wide selection. Nevertheless, it's a good place to stop if you need to pick up a few essentials.
A good selection of organic, gluten free, and vegan options. A supermarket, with self-checkout, if you only have a few items and don't want to wait in line. Safeway is closer but has a smaller selection, especially if you have dietary restrictions, and their prices are usually higher.
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Fred Meyer
16625 SE 362nd DrA good selection of organic, gluten free, and vegan options. A supermarket, with self-checkout, if you only have a few items and don't want to wait in line. Safeway is closer but has a smaller selection, especially if you have dietary restrictions, and their prices are usually higher.
Arts & Culture
A small museum detailing Sandy's local history. Friendly volunteers and a small gift shop that features handmade and local items. Shares space with the Visitor's Center.
Sandy Area Historical Museum
39345 Pioneer BlvdA small museum detailing Sandy's local history. Friendly volunteers and a small gift shop that features handmade and local items. Shares space with the Visitor's Center.
Food Scene
Mountain Moka
17450 SE Meinig AveA favorite among locals. Best coffee in town!
All gluten free items. Some vegan options as well. The best gluten free cinnamon rolls!
Liberated Baking, Gluten Free
16100 SE 82nd DrAll gluten free items. Some vegan options as well. The best gluten free cinnamon rolls!
Shopping
Local handmade items, food trucks, and live music!
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Mercado Sabatino de Portland
2 SW Naito PkwyLocal handmade items, food trucks, and live music!