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re: Week long trip in PNW... looking for some recs
Posted on 5/31/18 at 3:15 pm to StickyFingaz
Posted on 5/31/18 at 3:15 pm to StickyFingaz
Not trying to complicate things, but you might want to consider driving to the coast instead of the Gorge. If you drive from Portland to Cannon Beach and then south from there, you'll see some spectacular scenery. Drive down to Florence, and then you'll only be an hour from Eugene.
I'm not questioning why you're going to Eugene, but that is probably my least favorite city in Oregon.
ETA: Did you get the room through Hotwire? Which area of town? I'm gonna guess the Hotel Rose @ $110/night.
I'm not questioning why you're going to Eugene, but that is probably my least favorite city in Oregon.
ETA: Did you get the room through Hotwire? Which area of town? I'm gonna guess the Hotel Rose @ $110/night.
This post was edited on 5/31/18 at 3:20 pm
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Posted on 5/31/18 at 3:23 pm to Jax-Tiger
The whole reason I’m going up there is to go see a show at the Gorge. I’m a music fan and have seen shows all over the country, but have never had a chance to see someone I like at the gorge. This is that chance. Then they’ll be playing in Eugene the next night so that just sets up perfect for Crater Lake and Portland.
Yea Hotel Rose
Yea Hotel Rose
This post was edited on 5/31/18 at 3:24 pm
Posted on 5/31/18 at 3:31 pm to StickyFingaz
I probably overestimated the cost. Everyone's going to be at the beach that weekend, so hotel's are probably cheaper than normal.
If you like music, you'll love hanging out in Portland. Just google it, and you'll see who's playing where and when. I don't know what kind of music you're looking for, but Mississippi Studios on Mississippi Ave and Doug Fir Lounge are a couple of places to check out. McMenamin's Crystal Ballroom has some pretty good acts and it's close to your hotel. There's a ton of stuff I don't know about, too.
If you like music, you'll love hanging out in Portland. Just google it, and you'll see who's playing where and when. I don't know what kind of music you're looking for, but Mississippi Studios on Mississippi Ave and Doug Fir Lounge are a couple of places to check out. McMenamin's Crystal Ballroom has some pretty good acts and it's close to your hotel. There's a ton of stuff I don't know about, too.
Posted on 5/31/18 at 3:38 pm to Jax-Tiger
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This post was edited on 5/31/18 at 3:38 pm
Posted on 5/31/18 at 3:40 pm to Jax-Tiger
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Mississippi Studios
I've heard of this place and have been meaning to check it out. I'll also check out Doug Fir... Me and the SO love old bars and live music so I think I'll be in the minority that like Portland. Craft beers, dingy bars, weirdos, transients, live music, and laid back is what I live for.
This post was edited on 5/31/18 at 3:42 pm
Posted on 5/31/18 at 8:21 pm to StickyFingaz
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Craft beers, dingy bars, weirdos, transients, live music, and laid back is what I live for.
If only I knew of a place like that...
Posted on 6/13/18 at 3:32 pm to LSUintheNW
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also, in regard to Oregon, i believe there are some areas that are either closed or not as scenic due to their fires last year.
--Columbia river gorge. Basically everything besides the Multnomah Falls is closed, for now.
Actually, Hwy 84 is open all the way from Portland to Hood River. Only the Scenic Hwy is still closed for part of the way (and many hiking trails off the Gorge).
I'm heading out that way for 10 days next week.
--Portland, Gorge, Hood River, Mt. Hood, Bend, Crater Lake, then Willamette Valley Wine Country. Should be epic.
This post was edited on 6/13/18 at 3:34 pm
Posted on 6/13/18 at 3:44 pm to parrotdr
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also, in regard to Oregon, i believe there are some areas that are either closed or not as scenic due to their fires last year.
--Columbia river gorge. Basically everything besides the Multnomah Falls is closed, for now.
Actually, Hwy 84 is open all the way from Portland to Hood River. Only the Scenic Hwy is still closed for part of the way (and many hiking trails off the Gorge).
It's actually open all the way to Utah, just did it
I was referring to the area itself. It's closed. There's no hiking available besides 1 or 2 short ones.
Posted on 6/13/18 at 3:45 pm to LSUintheNW
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It's actually open all the way to Utah, just did it
I thought about that after I typed it! I guess I was thinking Hood River as that's where MY highway ends on that trip.
Posted on 6/13/18 at 3:46 pm to parrotdr
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I guess I was thinking Hood River as that's where MY highway ends on that trip.
Sweet. You going south to Bend from there?
If you need any recs I have some. I'll be in Bend soon enough. I've got the itch badly.
Posted on 6/13/18 at 5:08 pm to LSUintheNW
Yep...going to Bend after Hood River. Will be staying there for three nights before hitting Crater Lake. I've seen all the literature and websites but would appreciate any tips.
Can't wait to sit along the Deschutes River with a local beer and wonder why I'd ever come back to New Orleans...
Can't wait to sit along the Deschutes River with a local beer and wonder why I'd ever come back to New Orleans...
Posted on 6/13/18 at 5:23 pm to parrotdr
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Can't wait to sit along the Deschutes River with a local beer and wonder why I'd ever come back to New Orleans...
Bro, get yourself an intex tube and pump to bring with. You can float the river. There's some man made rapids that are fun.
There's a shuttle that picks you up at the pull out spot and drops you back off at Riverside park. Costs 3 bucks. If you rent a tube it's expensive.
With your own tube you can float 3 or 4 times for the all day $3 shuttle fee.
Mine has a built in cooler. I put beers/sammich on ice. Speaker/phone in a dry bag (rapids gets everything wet) and every trip I refresh it with more ice and beers.
It's a hell of a relaxing day. Weekends can be really busy. If the shuttle line is long I get a Lyft for $5.
You'll see a lot of hot blondes.
Posted on 6/13/18 at 5:37 pm to parrotdr
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beer
Hit up as many breweries as you can. Crux has the best outdoor area. Patio, misters, 3 food trucks including awesome tacos (my go to). Big grassy area to play cornhole.
Best beer selection in town, besides at the breweries, is at whole foods or Newport Ave market which is where I go. It's near downtown.
For a nice sit down breakfast I go to McKay Cottage, has outdoor seating on grass under some trees. It's a very busy place, for a good reason.
For simple coffee and pastries I go to Sparrow Bakery. Great banana bread and cinnamon rolls etc.
For a quick, cheaper meal Longboard Louie's has great burritos.
Pizza Mondo has a great lunch special, 1 slice, side salad, and a coke for $5.
There are a lot of other great restaurants in Bend. Eta....for a nice dinner meal I go to Zydeco.
Eta....you staying near downtown? Lots within walking distance.
This post was edited on 6/15/18 at 9:39 am
Posted on 6/13/18 at 6:01 pm to parrotdr
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Hood River.
Lots of great restaurants but I always end up eating pizza at Double Mountain and then go to pFriem for more beer.
Posted on 6/13/18 at 6:28 pm to LSUintheNW
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Bro, get yourself an intex tube and pump to bring with. You can float the river.
Absofrickinglutely this. Very relaxing day floating the river. Especially rewarding when paired with good beer.
Also, Crux Fermentation Project at sunset is great. Big grassy area with cornhole, Adirondack chairs, a band, some food carts, and Crux beer. Helluva way to unwind a day...
ETA: Mentioned at sunset, because you can watch the sun set behind the Cascade mountains because you are just east of them.
This post was edited on 6/13/18 at 6:35 pm
Posted on 6/13/18 at 6:34 pm to LSUintheNW
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I always end up eating pizza at Double Mountain and then go to pFriem for more beer.
This, too. Double Mountain has great pizza and it's relatively inexpensive. pFriem is one of the best breweries in the state, and the view from their patio is great. Full Sail has a great view of the Gorge, as well. Beer is so-so there, though.
Hood River is one of the underrated gems of the PNW. Great little town to walk around in. You can go windsurfing, if you want. Not only does it have great breweries, but their are a lot of wineries in the area and many of them have tasting rooms that you'll see as you walk around the town.
Posted on 6/13/18 at 6:37 pm to Jax-Tiger
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Mentioned at Sunset, because you can watch the sun set behind the Cascade mountains because you are just east of them.
Good add. Yep, there's a great view from Crux. The alpenglow surrounding Bachelor, Broken Top, and the Three Sisters is awesome.
Posted on 6/13/18 at 7:22 pm to StickyFingaz
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2 - Head out to Olympic early and do the Hurricane Hill Trail hike. Go to Lake Crescent for lunch, and hit the Marymere Falls. Head to the coast and camp around Rialto Beach or South beach.
Just a heads up. I underestimated the size of Olympic NP. The drive from the top of Hurricane Ridge to the beach at La Push is about a two hour drive.
Posted on 6/14/18 at 8:16 am to Jax-Tiger
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Also, Crux Fermentation Project at sunset is great.
Yep, I'm hearing great things about Crux. That's a must, and we're staying just a few blocks away from there.
If I were to rent a bike (that's a BICYCLE...
) for a day in Bend, what's the best trip to take? Posted on 6/14/18 at 8:39 am to parrotdr
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That's a must, and we're staying just a few blocks away from there.
Sparrow bakery and Stars are within walking distance also.
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If I were to rent a bike (that's a BICYCLE... ) for a day in Bend, what's the best trip to take?
Like cycling kind of bike or ride around town hitting up breweries bicycling?
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