Photo courtesy of Hidden Woods B & B
Welcome to the on-line magazine featuring the Villages of Mt. Hood. It comes to you from your hosts who welcome you into the villages of Alder Creek, Brightwood, Wemme, Welches, Zigzag and Rhododendron, all located on US Highway 26, starting about nine miles east of Sandy, Oregon.
LODGING
It's Not Too Late
to Find Cozy
Lodging
on Mt. Hood
Holiday lodging options are still plentiful in The Villages of Mt. Hood. With the coming of the chilly winter weather, amenities such as fireplaces, warm atmospheres and hot tubs help guarantee a cozy stay.
Since many consider the hearth the heart of the home…we want to share pictures of the many lodgings that have fireplaces to enjoy throughout the holidays...
HERITAGE
Stay in an Enchanting
Steiner Log Cabin
Lodging in a forested cabin is a signature stay in The Villages of Mt. Hood. It is in a historic Steiner log cabin, the experience becomes unique.
Henry Steiner and his sons John and Fred crafted a number of cabins in the area in the 1920’s and ‘30s. A Summer 2005 article in Architectural Heritage Center News & Notes cited the following hallmarks of...
Family Fun
Cut Your Own
Christmas Tree
Why not add an old-fashioned tradition to your Christmas celebration this year. Take to the woods and cut your own Christmas tree. There is nothing so exhilarating as inhaling the evergreen fragrances and cold mountain air while you choose just the right tree for your home...
About the Villages
The Villages of Mt. Hood are one of Oregon's most memorable year-round outdoor recreation locations. Visit any season and you will find exciting Oregon recreation in the Mt. Hood National Forest and BLM's Wildwood Recreation Area. Day hikes of all levels, scenic trails, cycling, skiing and rock climbing at Mt Hood are here, as well as swimming, fly fishing and golfing. We're also a great place for family get-togethers, wedding parties, honeymoons, reunions and holiday getaways.
The Villages of Mt. Hood offer memorable and affordable lodging options (looking for rental cabins, romantic lodges, charming bed and breakfasts or a full-service resort?) and many choices for peak cuisine experiences, interesting Oregon Trail history, mountain day hikes, wild huckleberries, local Mt. Hood personalities, and mountain events and fun family activities.
Looking for fun things to do in Oregon? Craving a relaxing day of peace and quiet? Visit the mountain and rejuvenate in the fresh air, by a stream, listening to melodious wild bird songs and taking in the scenic forest. Come to the Villages of Mt. Hood to experience spectacular cascade mountains and rustic beauty that is guaranteed to refresh.
The Villages of Mt. Hood are minutes from upper snowy playgrounds on Mount Hood, and several enticing day trip options. Mount St. Helens, Columbia River Gorge, Kahneeta and the High Desert, Oregon's famous coastline plus numerous attractions in Portland. All are within a short driving distance and you'll always have a peaceful rest in the woodlands at day's end.
Publisher Information
www.mthoodmagazine.com is published by:
Villages of Mt. Hood Tourism Marketing Alliance (501(c)6)
Serving the Villages of Alder Creek, Brightwood, Wemme, Welches, Zigzag and Rhododendron
Post Office Box 819 Welches, OR 97067
503.622.3017, fax 502.622.3163
TheVillages@MtHoodMagazine.com / www.MtHood.info
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