Christopher & Pilar
Christopher & Pilar
Things to Do
The Gorge is a Magical Place
Here is some of what makes it so special...
🌿 Volcanoes, rivers, and forests. These are what drew us to live here. The natural world here is enchanted and unparalleled.
🌿 Global hot spot for world-class outdoor activities, including but not limited to hiking, kayaking, and wind-surfing.
🌿 A bounty of organic farms, local fruit, local-organic restaurants, and wineries. Check out the "Hood River Fruit Loop" to see the best our valley has to offer.
We encourage you to plan a longer trip, allowing you extra time and space to enjoy the area outside the wedding.
HIKES
While we could never list all of our favorite local hikes, here are some of our favorites!
Wahclella Falls Trail
• easy-moderate hike (option to take different trails)
• feels like you're in Lord of the Rings
• a waterfall that will remind you that life is a gift
(where we were going to elope if we didn't decide to have a wedding 🙃)
Eagle Creek Trailhead
• easy-moderate hike with a steep cliffside
• an iconic hike (people come from all over the world to hike this trail)
• the potential to see Salmon spawning
Tamanawas Falls Trailhead
• in the Mount Hood National Forest
• easy-moderate hike
• gorgeous waterfall
Falls Creek Falls Trailhead
• moderate hike
• longer drive (leave a day open for this hike)
• Chris's favorite waterfall
Panther Creek Falls Trailhead
• quick, moderate hike
• longer drive (leave a 1/2 day open for this hike)
• unique, gorgeous waterfalls
FOOD
Riverside
• our favorite easy-date night spot
• the head chef's specialty is Italian (order the Italian options 🇮🇹)
• located inside the Best Western Hotel
Sushi Okalani
• the best sushi in town
• fresh fish shipments happen on Tuesdays and Fridays
• get there 10-15 minutes before they open for dinner if you don't want to wait
Celilo Restaurant & Bar
• our favorite restaurant in Hood River
• local, organic, fine-dining
• catering the wedding!
Solstice Wood Fire Pizza - Cafe & Bar
• unique local-inspired pizzas
• right next to the water
Henni's Kitchen & Bar
• our favorite restaurant in White Salmon
• local, organic, casual fine-dining
• make a reservation
Pixán Taqueria & Cantina
• Southern CA-inspired Mexican food with a Gorge twist
• the best margaritas and guacamole in town
• lively and casual
Everybody's Brewing
• lively, family-oriented, casual
• American-local faire (burgers, sandwiches, salads)
• Chris made many of the steel furnishings in this restaurant, including the booths, merchandise display, and many of the tables!
Drink
The Gorge White House
• rows of flowers that feels like a dream
• local cider, wine, and beer
• food-truck style food
Stave & Stone Winery (Winery at the Vineyard)
• local upscale winery
• delicious cheese plates
• breathtaking view of Mount Hood
Syncline Winery
• some of the best wine in The Gorge
• a moderate drive (plan a 1/2 day for this)
Hiyu Wine Farm
• organic, biodynamic wine
• make a sit-down pairing reservation (plan a 1/2 day for this)
Fun
Hood River Farmers Market
• a fun activity to plan for Saturday morning before the wedding!
• sample the best of what the area has to offer
• one of Pilar's favorite places to shop