Elsie's View
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Getting To Elsie's View
Getting To Elsie's View
Our street address is: 401 Lakeview Road, White Salmon, WA 98672.
You will find us on Google Maps as: Elsie’s View | Cabin 26.
Check in time: After 3:30 p.m.
Check out time: By 11:30 a.m.
Important note on driveway access: As you travel down Lakeview Rd. our driveway will be on your left. However, due to the sharp angle, you will need to go past our driveway by a few hundred feet to the large turnaround (also on the left side). Turn back around and enter the driveway going down veering right to the very bottom. Our driveway is shared with others so you will notice neighbor parking on the left side near the top and another driveway to the left. STAY RIGHT on the main driveway and follow the Elsie’s View Sign-Cabin 26 all the way to the bottom (pictured right).
Please try to avoid going into our neighbor’s driveways.
In case of emergency or you have questions after reading through this, feel free to call either of us:
Stephanie- 503-421-6550
Steve- 503-702-1895
Our cabin, down the drive to the right.
👀 for the orange doors and green roof.
ROUTE VIA OREGON HWY 84 to Hood River (most common route):
*Note: you can also get to the cabin via Hwy 14 (Washington side). Follow directions from Hwy 141 ALT below.
2025 NEW TOLL INFO - HOOD RIVER BRIDGE - The bridge NO LONGER collects the $3.50 cash toll at the booth. As you pass through the toll area your liscense plate will be recorded and you will receive a bill by mail.
1. Cross Hood River Bridge
1. Cross Hood River Bridge
Cross over the bridge towards White Salmon, Washington.
2. Turn Left After Bridge
2. Turn Left After Bridge
Turn left (Hwy 14). Drive 1.5 miles to the mouth of the White Salmon River
(Hwy 141 ALT).
3. Turn Right Hwy 141 ALT
3. Turn Right Hwy 141 ALT
Sign will say Trout Lake / Mt. Adams (this turn is before the river and it comes up quickly so keep your eyes peeled).
4. Left 141 to Trout Lake
4. Left 141 to Trout Lake
Follow winding road along river for 2 miles or so. At top of the hill/stop sign turn left onto Hwy 141. Follow signs that read Trout Lake / Mt. Adams.
5. Left on Northwestern Lake
5. Left on Northwestern Lake
Drive about 2 miles, look for the Northwestern Lake signs. Put your left blinker on early since cars travel fast on this stretch of Hwy 141. Turn left here on Northwestern Lake Road.
6. Cross bridge
6. Cross bridge
Follow Northwestern Lake Road down the hill and pass over the White Salmon River bridge. (google streetview ends here, but you've almost made it!)
7. Left on Lakeview Road
7. Left on Lakeview Road
Pass Northwestern Park on the left and drive another few hundred feet to the intersection of Lakeview Road and Nestor Peak Road. Turn Left on Lakeview Road. Follow for about ¾ mile.
8. You made it!
8. You made it!
On the left side, look for the Blue Marker 26 & 27 and address 341 Lakeview Road (our driveway is marked by a dark green mailbox) past and turn around to get down driveway.
Cabin Driveway
Cabin Driveway
We just got the road regraded so it will be better in the winter...
Look for Sign
Look for Sign
Look for the sign and follow the arrow, turning down to the right...
Turn Right to cabin
Turn Right to cabin
This is the daytime view.
Cabin Driveway Access
Due to the sharp angle off Lakeview Road, you will need to go past our driveway by a few hundred feet to the large turnaround (also on the left side). Turn around and enter the driveway going straight down our steep curved driveway to the very bottom (stay to the right). Our driveway is shared with others so you will see neighbor parking on the left side near the top and another left side driveway a bit farther down. Stay right, and turn off of the main driveway all the way to the bottom where you will arrive at Elsie’s View | Cabin 26 (look for the sign and arrow above and turn before it, it should be visible even at night.
When you exit the driveway we follow the same routine. Drive straight and use the turn around to head back in the right direction. The driveway is one of our “cabin quirks”.
We keep our trash cans up top near the mailboxes. Please bring trash here when you leave. Trash pick-up is Friday morning.
Parking
STANDARD PARKING: Up to two cars can be parked in our driveway.
WINTER WEATHER PARKING: If snow/ice is in the forecast we suggest parking your car up on Lakeview Road near our mailboxes. We just regraded in 2024, but the steep driveway can be a bit treacherous to get in and out of if covered in snow/ice. While we do our best to arrange snow removal, we are in a rural area so snow removal can take several days depending on how much has fallen. Lakeview is a county road so it does get plowed but it may not happen right away (usually within 24 hours). If it snows a lot while you are here we will be in touch about options. For all the hassle of snow, it is gorgeous!
Backing Out is as easy as 1,2,3!!!
We've heard from guests that it works fine, and just had someone with an F250 have no problem with the grade. Follow the steps below!
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Doors & Wifi
Doors & Wifi
As you park, notice the wood storage to your right. The lockbox is located on the right side of this wood storage.
If you arrive after dark, motion sensor lights will come on. Please return the key to this lockbox after your stay.
Lockbox
We will send you a separate email with the lockbox code as we change it regularly. The keys to the cabin are inside of the lockbox.
Wi-Fi
Network Name: Elsie
Password: Elsie341
Locking the Deck Doors
The doors leading out the deck are lovely but a little persnickety. Unlocking is easy but when you go to relock be sure to follow the pencil sketch diagram. From the inside of the cabin, pull left handle up to lock that side in place, then close the right side and turn the thumb lock.
House Rules & Safety (A Must Read!)
House Rules & Safety (A Must Read!)
While our cabin is in a private setting, we have two wonderful neighbors on either side with whom we share driveway access. You likely will not see them during your stay, but we do ask that you abide by our good neighbor guidelines that we all extend to each other. And if you have any problems with neighbors or their guests please let us know!
Good Neighbor Guidelines
10pm "quiet time."
Just be respectful of those around you.
Keep music and/or loud outdoor talking to a minimum.
No smoking inside or out.
Outdoor Fires
Absolutely NO outdoor fires in late spring/summer/early fall. White Salmon and surrounding communities always have a burn ban due to dry conditions. The dates fluctuate. The county burn ban often goes into effect in MAY. This is a VERY dry area, especially in the summer. Even the smallest spark from an outdoor fire or a cigarette can be deadly. We have burn ban signs outside to remind you of this important rule and when it is in effect. Come visit us in late fall or winter for an outdoor fire experience. The propane BBQ is fine to use in every season.
Emergency Info
Emergency Procedures & Evacuation (forest fire, etc) information are in the Cabin Info binder.
Dog Stuff
Woof! We are total dog people but we have some very firm community rules about dogs in and around the cabin.
Leash dogs near cabin
We have an agreement with our immediate neighbors that none of us let our dogs run loose around our cabins. Nothing makes an AirBnb visit go south faster than an unknown, out of control, loose dog roaming, or worse, pooping in our neighbor’s yard. It’s just not cool. Also our neighbors have cats and they really do not like being chased up trees (it’s happened twice so it’s a thing we definitely want to avoid). If you are away from the cabin and out on the river trail, we leave it up to you to make responsible decisions about your dog(s) and your ability to control them but leashes are recommended. It is a narrow trail.
Pick up your dog poop
Please pick up after your pet--around the cabin and on the river trail. It’s gross to leave behind and dog poop is terrible for the environment. We appreciate you doing your part since so many people do not. I highly recommend this article on dog poop in the outdoors to give you some perspective on the topic. If you forgot to bring poop bags please feel free to use ours in a container near the front door. Help yourself.
Disposing of your dog poop
Now that you have picked it up, where to put it? If you happen to be walking near Northwestern Park there is a dumpster you can deposit it into. If you bring it back to Cabin 26 put it in one of the black trash cans at the top of the driveway. THANK YOU!
Dogs inside cabin
Muddy dog paws are a reality if you are out walking/hiking. We have a silver bucket of “dog towels” near the front door for wiping down wet paws. Please use them as much as you need! When you leave, put your used dog towels in a pile in the bathroom with the rest of your towels/sheets.
If you have a couch dog, please help us keep our couches in good shape by using some of the old sheets and quilts in the chest in the library to cover the couches. Our dog bed is out for you to use too. We have a second dog bed in the main bedroom upstairs under the bed. It’s yours to use too. The chest in front of the library couch contains extra quilts and sheets that can be used to cover the couches to limit dog fur.
Pup beds and lounging
Two dog beds are available, one under the stairs on the first floor, on under the bed closest to the driveway. If your dogs like to sit next to you on the couch please cover the couch with sheets (we have a few old white sheets in the cedar chest in the library space).
Tunes
We have a 1970s Marantz tape deck, however, there is no radio reception on the receiver. Enjoy the tape collection. Please remember to turn off the receiver and tape deck after use. There is a Bluetooth music receiver you can connect to in order to play digital tunes/podcasts. Please do not play music too loudly as it may damage the vintage speakers (and we want to be polite neighbors).
Pro Chil Tip
Each couch turns into a bed. Pull one out to create a nice big area to lounge on for reading or listening to music/a podcast. If you have a dog with you, please use the often cleaned “dog sheets”. Throw blankets are in the chest in front of the couch (Cornbread and Goose apologize for any dog fur that you might find on the blankets).
Checkout Proceedures (Read These Too!)
Checkout Proceedures (Read These Too!)
Strip sheets and put all used towels and bathmats on the floor in the downstairs bathroom near the washer/dryer. If you are feeling generous, please wash and dry a load.
Wash all dishes. Start dishwasher. Leave sinks and traps clean and food free. If you used BBQ, please clean grill grates. Turn off BBQ propane (“righty tighty, lefty loosey”).
Close and lock all windows.
Please make sure the oven and all stove burners are OFF (this is an easy one to forget so please double check!).
Make sure all baseboard heaters throughout the cabin are OFF (this too is an easy one to forget so please double check!).
Turn OFF fans or portable A/C.
Turn off stereo receiver and tape deck.
Turn off all lights.
Please do not leave any perishable food/leftovers in the refrigerator. TAKE ALL FOOD HOME WITH YOU!
Return key to the lockbox.
TRASH & RECYCLING: Trash cans are at the top of our driveway (near mailboxes), please leave your kitchen trash there. Trash service comes on Friday mornings. Our trash company DOES NOT OFFER RECYCLING. Take home your recycling or throw it out along with trash (sorry!).
Heating, Cooling, Water, Toilets
Heating, Cooling, Water, Toilets
Firewood + Wood Stove
If it’s cold, light a fire. There should be kindling, wood, and some newspaper prepped for you in the bowl next to the stove. We have a firewood carrier hanging on a hook next to the indoor wood storage. If you need more wood during your stay pull from the wood storage next to the driveway. You may need to make some kindling. Axes of all sizes are hanging in the wood storage area. There are cheater fire starter sticks in or near the kindling/newsprint bowl (just add one or two to your kindling start). We have a big bowl of matches on the shelf near the couch.
If you need a refresh on your wood stove firemaking skills here is a short YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vs_pLbJ-JGE. Note the damper on our stove is directly underneath the stove door. Pull the damper OUT (towards you) to bring in outside air and to light your fire. Once the fire is started and burning HOT you can push the damper in or part way in to let the fire do more of a slow burn.
Don’t leave anything on the top of the wood stove (especially matches which quickly catch on fire). Before starting a fire, add some water to the steam kettle to help add some humidity to the air while the fire is going.
The chest in front of the library couch contains extra quilts and sheets that can be used to cover the couches to limit dog fur.
Baseboard Heaters
The place warms up pretty fast once the fire gets going. You can turn on the baseboard heat in any of the rooms to speed up the process (just remember to turn them off).
Cooling Down Cabin
In the summer months, we will install a portable air conditioner unit on the first floor near the wood stove. Most cabins in our area do not have A/C. Our cabin is well insulated so we recommend that if the forecast is hot you shut all windows first thing in the morning to keep the house as cool as possible during the day and run fans + A/C. At night, open the windows to let the cooler air in. Rinse and repeat.
Fans are Awesome! We have small portable fans scattered around the house. Feel free to move them around. The bedrooms all have ceiling fans.
Water and Toilets/Septic
Our cabin is on public White Salmon Water Service. For years we have had some of the best water around!
-Our sewer is a septic system. With a septic system YOU CANNOT FLUSH any disposable menstrual products, cleansing towels, thick paper towels, etc.
Wood Fired Hot Tub
The hot tub is an old dog and requires way too much know-how for guest use. Sorry! If you are looking for a soak, check out The Society Hotel Spa. It's awesome!
Hiking & Mountain Biking
Hiking & Mountain Biking
We are very lucky to have some amazing walks/hikes/mountain biking trails just outside our front door. Below are a few to know about:
Note that you may need a USFS, WA, or OR State Parks pass/permit for some of these hikes. Here’s some helpful info on the important, albeit sometimes confusing pass system for trails in the area: https://www.wta.org/go-outside/passes. On the WA side, get more info or purchase passes by stopping into the Mt. Adams Visitors Center located just west of the end of the Hood River bridge. In OR, stop into the Hood River Visitors Center located near the Marina.
Trails in front of cabin
The trails in the meadow in front of the cabin can be accessed by walking out to the tan chairs and following the path down to the main trail. This trail is made up of dozens of acres of former Northwestern Lake lakebed that are being restored with native plants, trees, wildflowers, and grasses. If you are curious to learn about the removal of Condit Dam and former Northwestern Lake in October 2011, take a look at http://www.opb.org/news/article/undamed-white-salmon-river-opens-to-paddlers/. If you take a left at the end of our path, you will be headed north towards Northwestern Park. The large section of meadow you pass through on your way to the Park has been planted by the Yakama Nation and includes plants that have deep ecological and cultural significance for the tribe (i.e. yarrow). If you take a right off our path, you will walk about ¾ of a mile to a large bend in the river where the path ends. You will need to turn around and walk back. Either direction you go, you will see short paths that lead up to our cabin neighbors (please respect their privacy) and a few benches along the river to sit and enjoy the birds/wildlife/sounds of the water. You will likely see kayakers or rafters too since Northwestern Lake Park is a major takeout location. Please note that during the spring/early summer (March-July) the meadow is alive with critters but also in fall/winter too, especially Dog Ticks (we do not have Deer Ticks which are the carriers of Lyme disease). Dog ticks can carry dangerous bacteria so you absolutely need to take precautions to check your dogs and yourself after walking in the tall grasses. The ticks are easy to see and pull off with tweezers (we keep a pair on the shelf in the bathroom storage). Wash your hands thoroughly if you touch them. Do not flush them down the toilet (they stay alive) but put them in a jar with alcohol soaked cotton balls. After they die you can dispose of them in the toilet (but not the cotton balls!).
Nestor Peak
Just behind the cabin is the Nestor Peak Trail System which is managed by the Washington Department of Natural Resources. Nestor Peak Trail is a hidden gem for spring wildflower blooms and has very little foot traffic EXCEPT this area was known for not one, but three Bigfoot/Sasquatch sightings in the early 1980s so stay alert :-)!. You will probably want to drive to the trailhead since it’s a good 2.5-3 miles uphill to get there (follow signs as you head up Northwestern Lake Rd/Buck Creek Road). This is also a popular mountain biking spot. Here is a link with more info: http://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Nestor_Peak_Hike. You can also take a shorter walk to Buck Creek Falls which also requires a drive but to a different trailhead. Stay on Northwestern Lake Rd/Buck Creek Road for 2.5 miles past Northwestern Park. To reach the falls, stay left on the trail. See map for all trails here: https://docs.google.com/viewer?url=http://www.dnr.wa.gov/Publications/eng_rms_buck_ck_all.pdf. The roads to these trails are not cleared of snow in the winter.
Delicious Things Nearby
Delicious Things Nearby
In White Salmon
The town of White Salmon is just a short 10-15 minute drive back down Hwy 141 (fly right on past 141 ALT and go straight up the hill instead):
Harvest Market- A very good small town grocery with a drop dead view of Mt. Hood on a clear day and some good local food too! Here are some favorite local items you can pick up there. Pick up some local tortilla chips and fresh corn tortillas (Juanitas) or Veronicas Salsas. Delicious granola available from Blue Skies Baking (also only wholesale).
Feast Market - 💖local/gourmet/vegan/vegetarian options. Nice outdoor deck. On a clear day impossibly amazing view of Mt. Hood.
White Salmon Baking Company - 💖delicious breakfast and lunch. They are open 8-3 p.m. but not on Tuesdays.
Everybody's Brewery - 💖great beer (local cider too), really good food for a pub, nice view of Mt. Hood.
Pixan Taqueria & Cantina - Delicious Mexican food.
Gander & Goose - Cocktails and light fare
Pizza Leona-- Good pizza, soft serve, and Henni’s to go.
Henni's Kitchen & Bar- The fanciest place in town.
Tarwater Tavern in downtown next to Henni’s. Evening hours only.
Nativ Cafe- Coffee and light fare.
The White Salmon Farmers Market is seasonal (June-end of September) and takes place every Tuesday afternoon/evening from 4-7 p.m. in Rhinegarten Park in downtown White Salmon.
The Book Peddler book store is really fun.
Le Doubble Troubble Wine- A sweet little wine shop in downtown White Salmon. They love winemaking and skiing!
Soca Wine Shop - new (late 2022) little spot in downtown with small bites and an excellent wine selection (opened by the original owners of White Salmon Baking).
In Bingen
Bingen is at the bottom of the hill (along Hwy 14) and also has some gems.
Antiques & Oddities Very good consignment/thrift store.
Dickey’s Farm Store- 💖Chicken feed, local cheese & veggies, wine, cider, other cool things.
Taqueria El Rinconcito Express- 💖Delicious burritos and sopes (they are only open M-F for lunch). They close for the winter months. A big local favorite!
Stop in to visit the new Society Hotel 💖which opened in Summer 2019. They have a little cafe, game room, and a lovely spa (day rates are about $20/per person for sauna, soak, etc).
Margie’s Pot Shop-- It’s legal in OR and WA and this is the place to go!
In Underwood
Underwood is just west of White Salmon above Hwy 14. There are terrific wineries and some incredible views.
One of our favorite wineries anywhere is Savage Grace Wines where winemaker Michael Savage practices “low intervention” winemaking that results in incredible natural wines! He’s got a modest tasting room and will often be the one to pour and talk you through your tasting. Check them out! We also love the fine folks at AniChe Wines, a family owned winery run by an all woman team of winemakers. Underwood Mountain is one of the lesser known wine-making areas in the Gorge but it is worth the visit and only a short 15 min drive from our cabin.
Things Further Afield
Things Further Afield
Jaunts East along Hwy 14
In the Spring, take a hike at Catherine Creek off Old Hwy 8. This is among the BEST places to see wildflowers put on their finest-- Lupine, Camas, and Balsamroot. Very crowded on the weekends so get out early!
Take a hike or mountain bike along Coyote Wall (best time of year is the spring).
Hike the Lyle Cherry Orchard trail just outside Lyle (4 miles roundtrip). This is one of the most stunning early Spring hikes in the Gorge. It’s steep but worth it!
Syncline Winery in Lyle. 💖Amazing! (as of 2021, you need a reservation or to be a wine club member)
Cor Cellars in Lyle. 💖Lovely! (also reservation recommended)
Domaine Pouillon Winery in Lyle. Fabulous! Check out their tasting room and bistro in the newly opened Confluence Cafe in downtown Lyle.
French's Farm and Ice Cream - in Lyle, only open April to October.
Horsethief Butte Point. Beautiful short hike adjacent to Horse Thief Lake (the park is closed in winter).
Maryhill Museum. A fabulous gem of an art museum founded in the early 20th century by Sam Hill. Wonderful collections of Rodin and Native American baskets. Stunning views overlooking the Eastern Gorge (Maryhill is closed in the winter from November-March).
Winter is the time to go Bald Eagle watching! One of the best areas is the mouth of the Klickitat River in Lyle. Walk along the Klickitat River Trail (trailhead is right off Hwy 14 just east of the river’s mouth) or travel a teeny bit farther and hit the Balfour/Klickitat Loop which is just a mile long and off Old Hwy 8 (just west of the mouth of the Klickitat River). The Klickitat River Trail is wonderful for biking too (mountain bike is best).
On a hot summer day or late afternoon, visit the “White Salmon Beach.” Located at the confluence of the White Salmon River and the Columbia River. You will need to park along Hwy 14 just west of the confluence. Look for the porta-potty and other cars parked along the railroad tracks. Once parked, head towards the path under the railroad bridge. Take your time scrambling down an obstacle course of rocks. Pass under the bridge and voila, there you are on a sandy beach (the amount of beach depends on the time of year). The warmer water is farther west on the beach away from the confluence.
Jaunts North up Hwy 141 towards Trout Lake
Take a quick stroll along the White Salmon River by parking at the B-Z Corner kayak/boat launch. Walk down the trail and towards the bottom you will see an obvious left turn that takes you on a short trail along the river to a beautiful series of waterfalls. It’s about .5 miles. Short but spectacular and cool on a hot summer day!
Weldon Wagon Trail- Is a sweet and hidden hiking gem for seeing spring wildflowers (April-early June is best). To access trailhead drive up Hwy 141 about 2 miles. Just as you enter Husum, turn right onto Indian Creek Road. Follow this gravel road for .6 miles, then head left on Indian Cemetery Road and continue .4 miles further. Look for the unmarked jeep road on your right and a wide spot on the left where you can park. If you follow Indian Cemetery Road to the end you will find a truly remarkable and well-loved Native American cemetery. Be respectful and do not disturb.
Mt. Adams Pizza - Nice little food cart with sweet outdoor and indoor seating just off Hwy 141 as you approach "downtown" Trout Lake.
The Station Cafe in Trout Lake. It’s attached to the only gas station in town. Decent diner food especially after a long day hiking or snowshoeing/x-country skiing!
Trout Lake Hall, a cute little spot for dinner and live music!
Post Office Coffee & Cafe - Next door to Trout Lake Hall. Breakfast treats and coffee. Great place to stop before/after hiking Mt Adams area. Open Thurs-Monday.
Trout Lake Grocery, family run since the 1960s. Huckleberry central in the late summer!
Wet Planet Rafting is just up the road in Husum. Lovely folks who will show you a thrilling time on the river. Even if you don’t raft or kayak, visit their wonderful outdoor cafe for local beer and pub grub. Their staff are just the nicest people and you may have the place all to yourself.
WINTER: Pineside Sno-Park- about 5 miles north of Trout Lake. Good snowshoeing and cross country ski area (only non-motorized/no snowmobiling). Another mile or so up the hill is Sno-King Sno Park which has more x-country ski options + a bigger parking lot for snowmobilers. Atkisson Sno-Park is also great and you can x-country ski/snowshoe to a series of ice caves. Although they plow the road to both parks you should check with the Mt. Adams Ranger Station about road conditions for cars that are not AWD or do not have snow tires. You will need a WA Sno Park Pass. The Trout Lake School (just off 141) is a locals-only spot. A local farmer kindly grooms miles of farm fields behind the school for x-country skiing only. No snowshoeing please. Park in the school lot and walk around the back to the trail system. It’s great for beginners since it’s very flat. However, since it’s lower elevation we only get to ski here when it’s a big winter for snow.
Jaunts in Hood River, Oregon
There are plenty of guides to Hood River so I won’t go into detail here but here are a few suggestions we enjoy:
In or around downtown Hood River, Hood River Heights, and Mosier:
We are fans of restaurants in the Downtown or Heights like Double Mountain Brewing, Solstice Pizza, Lake Taco, Kickstand Coffee & Kitchen, and Pine Street Bakery. Down near the waterfront we like Solstice Woodfired Pizza and Grasslands BBQ (food truck).
The Hood River Farmers Market (every Saturday from May-November) from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm at 5th & Columbia in Downtown Hood River.
A great, easy walk/hike right over the bridge in Hood River is Mosier Twin Tunnels http://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Mosier_Twin_Tunnels_Hike. There is a $5 day use fee or you need an Oregon State Parks Pass. Stunning Gorge views.
Also in Mosier, check out the lovely Mosier Plateau hike thanks to Friends of the Columbia River Gorge--https://gorgefriends.org/hike-the-gorge/mosier-plateau.html. The best times of year are probably Fall, Winter, Spring (wildflowers!). It’s typically very hot in the summer.
Also in Mosier, Oregon (just an exit up 84 from Hood River). Rucible Cider & Analemma Winery are a lovely spots in Mosier too. (Both spots welcome dogs on their patios). Call ahead to make sure they are open since hours can vary!
Jaunts Oregon Side, Hwy 35
Drive up Hwy 35 to Parkdale and visit the charming Solera Brewing (dogs welcome on patio) for a stunning view of Mt Hood on a clear day. In the summer/fall visit our favorite apple/pear orchard, Kiyokawa Orchards in Parkdale. Or just drive around on the Fruit Loop and visit incredible orchards all over Hood River Valley--http://hoodriverfruitloop.com/. A new cider spot recently opened at Grateful Vineyards up near Parkdale. Delicious woodfired pizza too.
Tamanawas Falls Hike is up Hwy 35 past Parkdale for a stunning waterfall jaunt: http://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Tamanawas_Falls_Hike. This trailhead is about 40 minutes from the cabin. It’s very busy on weekends.
Great x-country skiing at Teacup Sno-Park (no snowshoeing allowed). You will need an Oregon Sno Park Pass. It’s pretty busy on weekends so arrive early if possible. More snowshoeing is available at White River Sno-Park. It’s a busy spot with a sledding hill (tons of kids) and options for snowshoesing if you can handle the crowds. My advice is to get there very early: https://www.outdoorproject.com/adventures/oregon/sledding/white-river-west-sno-park-sledding. On the back side of Mt. Hood is the lovely Trillium Lake which makes for great snowshoe or summer hike. Again, it will be busy, especially on the weekends so get their early-https://localadventurer.com/trillium-lake-snowshoeing/
The amazing Timberline Lodge is always worth a stop, especially if you are visiting from outside Oregon. Timberline was built as part of the Federal Arts Project/WPA during the Great Depression--https://www.timberlinelodge.com/. The artworks, textiles, stone and woodwork are unsurpassed and hand hewn by some of the Northwest’s most celebrated artists at the time (many women included too).
Open Trails in Scenic Area
Sadly, large parts of the Columbia River Gorge Scenic Area were ravaged by fire in 2017. Many of the area’s iconic trails in and around Multnomah Falls are closed and will remain closed for some time. If you are interested in hiking the area plan to do some research on what is and is not open. A good resource is the Friends of the Columbia River Gorge who are maintaining an “open trail” list here: https://gorgefriends.org/hike-the-gorge/columbia-gorge-hiking-opportunities.html.
Who is Elsie?
Who is Elsie?
Elsie's View is named after Stephanie's great-grandmother Elsie Lower Pomeroy, whose art was a major influence on Stephanie's career in the art world.
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