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.
Mt Hood Events
Mt Hood Feasting,
Festivities & Fireworks
Light Up Your Holidays
in the Villages of Mt. Hood
How about a holiday experience that takes you back to pioneer Christmases in the wild? Then the whole family will enjoy Christmas Along The Barlow Trail, two free events brought to you by the Cascade Geographic Society.
Saturday’s event is Oregon Trail Heritage day from 1pm to 4pm at our Living History Village in Rhododendron. Featured are traditional Christmas caroling, folk music, free Christmas goodies and hot drinks, horse-drawn wagon rides, and some great last-minute shopping...
MT HOOD LODGING
Warm Cabins in the Woods
for the Holidays
When you picture a traditional family Christmas, what do you see? You probably see snow, a tree hung with ornaments, and a table spread with feasts. For many people, that picture also includes a log cabin.
Log cabins symbolize for many people the best of American family living. They remind us of...
XMAS TREE CUTTING
Finding the Perfect Christmas Tree
in the Villages of Mt Hood
Lots of fine trees for decorating are available from the tree stands and farms in the area. You may like to visit one if your family prefers pine which does not grow naturally in the area. Cedar and fir do, and many families enjoy searching the woods for their own Christmas tree The snow and cold fresh air, the grand scenery...
MT HOOD FUN
Snowshoeing and
Cross-Country Skiing
up Lolo Pass
What's better winter fun than getting out in some new white snow? Whether you love to cross-country ski, want to try strapping on some snowshoes, or simply take the little ones out to toss snowballs around...
About the Villages
Come to the Villages of Mt. Hood for year-round recreation, dining and Oregon lodging ( including Mt. hood cabins and fun Mt hood festivals. The Villages are a short, scenic drive from Portland, Oregon in the Mt. Hood National Forest area near the Columbia River Gorge. In addition to Oregon trail history, Oregon wine and Oregon sight seeing, you’ll find some of the best Oregon scenic trails, cycling, mountain biking, Mt Hood skiing ( Timberline, Ski Bowl and Meadows ), rock climbing, Oregon fly fishing, Oregon golf courses and plenty of fun family activities. For outdoor weddings, honeymoon lodging, Oregon family reunions, Mt. Hood camping, lodging specials, Mt Hood cabins and holiday getaways, come to the Villages of Mt. Hood.
About the Writer
Our stories are written by Andrée Larson. Andrée grew up in the Portland/Vancouver area. She earned an MA in Art History at the University of Oregon, and writes about the history and culture of people and communities. She's spent time in Europe and on the East Coast, and says the Pacific Northwest is hands down the best place to live. She currently lives in Tacoma with her husband, an artist.
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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