{"id":1419,"date":"2020-06-21T03:23:01","date_gmt":"2020-06-21T03:23:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/popoversandpassports.com\/?p=1419"},"modified":"2021-12-31T21:12:23","modified_gmt":"2022-01-01T03:12:23","slug":"columbia-river-gorge","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/columbia-river-gorge\/","title":{"rendered":"Reasons to Love Oregon\u2019s Columbia River Gorge"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1509 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1319.jpg?resize=1291%2C968&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Why You'll Love Oregon\u2019s Columbia River Gorge\" width=\"1291\" height=\"968\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1319.jpg?resize=1440%2C1080&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1319.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1319.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1291px) 100vw, 1291px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 14pt;\">Just an hour away from the busy city life of Portland, Oregon is the majestic Columbia River Gorge. The Columbia River Gorge is famous for its beautiful waterfalls, scenic viewpoints, hiking trails, and wineries &#8211; all with Mt. Hood hovering in the backdrop. <span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 14pt;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This guide will answer everything you need to know for planning the perfect weekend trip to the Columbia River Gorge.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 14pt;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the heart of the Gorge is the laid-back backpacker town of Hood River. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll find the best Columbia River Gorge wineries, outdoor activities, breweries, and waterfalls near Hood River all with gorgeous Mount Hood in the backdrop.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/columbia-river-gorge\/#Brief_History_of_the_Columbia_River_Gorge\" >Brief History of the Columbia River Gorge\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/columbia-river-gorge\/#Getting_to_the_Columbia_River_Gorge\" >Getting to the Columbia River Gorge<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/columbia-river-gorge\/#When_to_Visit_the_Columbia_River_Gorge\" >When to Visit the Columbia River Gorge<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/columbia-river-gorge\/#How_Long_to_Stay_in_the_Columbia_River_Gorge\" >How Long to Stay in the Columbia River Gorge\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/columbia-river-gorge\/#Things_to_Do_in_the_Columbia_River_Gorge\" >Things to Do in the Columbia River Gorge\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/columbia-river-gorge\/#Checkout_the_Views_at_Visa_House_Crown_Point\" >Checkout the Views at Visa House Crown Point<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/columbia-river-gorge\/#Hike_to_Gorgeous_Waterfalls\" >Hike to Gorgeous Waterfalls\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/columbia-river-gorge\/#Bridal_Veil_Falls\" >Bridal Veil Falls\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/columbia-river-gorge\/#Multnomah_Falls\" >Multnomah Falls<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/columbia-river-gorge\/#Horsetail_Falls\" >Horsetail Falls\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/columbia-river-gorge\/#Try_WindSurfing_or_Kiteboarding_in_Hood_River\" >Try WindSurfing or Kiteboarding in Hood River\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/columbia-river-gorge\/#Explore_the_Hood_River_Fruit_Loop\" >Explore the Hood River Fruit Loop\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/columbia-river-gorge\/#Sip_on_Craft_Beer\" >Sip on Craft Beer\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/columbia-river-gorge\/#Visit_a_Lavender_Farm\" >Visit a Lavender Farm\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/columbia-river-gorge\/#Go_Wine_Tasting\" >Go Wine Tasting\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/columbia-river-gorge\/#Hood_Crest_Winery_Best_Food\" >Hood Crest Winery (Best Food!)\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/columbia-river-gorge\/#Bonus_Visit_Mt_Hood_National_Forest\" >Bonus! Visit Mt. Hood National Forest\u00a0<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/columbia-river-gorge\/#Have_a_Picnic_at_Trillium_Lake\" >Have a Picnic at Trillium Lake\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/columbia-river-gorge\/#Glamping_in_the_Columbia_River_Gorge\" >Glamping in the Columbia River Gorge\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/columbia-river-gorge\/#Final_Thoughts_on_the_Columbia_River_Gorge\" >Final Thoughts on the Columbia River Gorge\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Brief_History_of_the_Columbia_River_Gorge\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>Brief History of the Columbia River Gorge\u00a0<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 14pt;\">Just an hour away from the busy city life of Portland, Oregon is the majestic Columbia River Gorge. The Columbia River Gorge is famous for its beautiful waterfalls, scenic viewpoints, hiking trails, and wineries all with Mt. Hood hovering in the backdrop.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 14pt;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the heart of the Gorge is the laid-back backpacker town of Hood River. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll find the best Columbia River Gorge wineries, outdoor activities, breweries, and waterfalls near Hood River all with gorgeous Mount Hood in the backdrop.\u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This guide will answer everything you need to know for planning the perfect weekend trip to the Columbia River Gorge.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Getting_to_the_Columbia_River_Gorge\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>Getting to the Columbia River Gorge<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">If you\u2019re traveling by air, Portland Airport (PDX) will be your closest airport to the Gorge.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s only an hour drive to the Gorge from the Portland Airport, and <\/span><b>I highly recommend renting a car<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The Columbia Gorge has some of the best views in the U.S., and the drive from Portland through the Columbia <span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">River Gorge is part of the adventure! Having a car makes it so easy to pull over and explore something new on your own schedule.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div style=\"background-color: #eabfb9; padding: 1em; max-width: 728em; margin: 1em 0px; border: 1px solid #1e1e1e; text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/portland-oregon-girls-trip\/\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 14pt;\">If you plan on visiting Portland before heading to the Gorge checkout my Ultimate Girl&#8217;s Trip Guide to Portland, Oregon here.\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Visit_the_Columbia_River_Gorge\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>When to Visit the Columbia River Gorge<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With so many activities outside, it\u2019s best to visit the Gorge when the weather is at its best! The only time I would avoid is November-March best this is when you&#8217;ll have the most amount of rain and chances of snow. <\/span><b>Summer and fall are fantastic seasons to plan your trip with a higher chance of sunnier weather and excellent conditions for hiking.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The fall foliage along the Columbia River Gorge is stunning.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_to_Stay_in_the_Columbia_River_Gorge\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>How Long to Stay in the Columbia River Gorge\u00a0<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">A long weekend in the Gorge from Friday to Sunday is perfect! Once you visit you\u2019ll find yourself wanting to return back! There\u2019s no way you can cover everything in a weekend, but two full days will give you the feeling of what life is like this beautiful region of the Pacific Northwest.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_to_Do_in_the_Columbia_River_Gorge\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 24pt;\"><strong><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Things to Do in the Columbia River Gorge\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Checkout_the_Views_at_Visa_House_Crown_Point\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>Checkout the Views at Visa House Crown Point<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1516 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1329.jpg?resize=1291%2C968&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Views at Visa House Crown Point\" width=\"1291\" height=\"968\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1329.jpg?resize=1440%2C1080&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1329.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1329.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1291px) 100vw, 1291px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Your getaway to the Gorge begins with your first stop at the panoramic viewpoint at the Vista House Crown Point. You\u2019ll find some of the best panoramic views of the Columbia River Gorge here! It\u2019s also the perfect place to pick up a free map to get familiar with the area.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hike_to_Gorgeous_Waterfalls\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>Hike to Gorgeous Waterfalls\u00a0<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The state of Oregon has over 200 waterfalls! It would take you years to cover them all. Lucky for you, some of Oregon\u2019s best waterfalls are in the Gorge along the<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Historic Columbia River Highway. These three waterfalls are my recommendation if you\u2019re short on time, and want to see the best waterfalls in the Gorge.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bridal_Veil_Falls\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>Bridal Veil Falls\u00a0<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1506\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1506\" style=\"width: 1440px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1506 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1316-1.jpg?resize=1291%2C1721&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Bridal Veil Falls\u00a0\" width=\"1291\" height=\"1721\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1316-1.jpg?resize=1440%2C1920&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1316-1.jpg?resize=300%2C400&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1316-1.jpg?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1291px) 100vw, 1291px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1506\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The View from Bridal Veil Falls<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Bridal Veil Falls is a bit of a hike down, but these waterfalls were beautiful. This falls gets its name from its appearance, as the water is split into two levels that get progressively wider towards the bottom, giving it the look of a flowing bridal veil.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Photo Tip: The best photo of Bridal Veil Falls is on the wooden lookout point that\u2019s built at the end of the trial.<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Multnomah_Falls\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>Multnomah Falls<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1478\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1478\" style=\"width: 1440px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1478 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1298.jpg?resize=1291%2C1721&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"1291\" height=\"1721\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1298.jpg?resize=1440%2C1920&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1298.jpg?resize=300%2C400&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1298.jpg?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1291px) 100vw, 1291px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1478\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Multnomah Falls Oregon&#8217;s Most Popular Waterfall!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">The gem of Oregon and the waterfall you cannot miss is Multnomah Falls. Multnomah Falls is the number one visited landmark in Oregon, and it\u2019s absolutely breathtaking! <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s no surprise it\u2019s also one of the most crowded waterfalls on the scenic highway &#8211; especially during the summer months. Due to its popularity, they have several overflow parking lots nearby along with maps and security guards available for questions. <\/span><span style=\"color: #008000;\"><b>Plan to visit early morning or late afternoon on weekdays. <\/b><span style=\"color: #000000;\">If possible, try to avoid summer weekends if you want less crowds. After the Eagle Creek Wildfire, trails around the falls have reopened slowly, but the upper trails are still closed to hikers.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Horsetail_Falls\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>Horsetail Falls<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1575\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1575\" style=\"width: 1536px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1575 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1406.jpg?resize=1291%2C1721&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Horsetail Falls\" width=\"1291\" height=\"1721\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1406.jpg?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1406.jpg?resize=300%2C400&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1406.jpg?resize=1440%2C1920&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1406.jpg?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1406.jpg?resize=800%2C1067&amp;ssl=1 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1291px) 100vw, 1291px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1575\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Horsetail Falls is along the side of the main road!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The last waterfall along the Historic Columbia River Highway is Horsetail Falls. This one is easy to get to because all you have to do is park your car and walk less than 50 steps and you\u2019re there! It\u2019s the perfect waterfall to end with after a long day of hiking and sightseeing.\u00a0 Similar to Bridal Veil, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Horsetail Falls earns its name because of its skinny shape and a slight bend halfway down, similar to a horsetail.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Try_WindSurfing_or_Kiteboarding_in_Hood_River\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>Try WindSurfing or Kiteboarding in Hood River\u00a0<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hood River is one of the best places for kiteboarding and windsurfing in the United States. Winds are continuously blowing from the Columbia River Gorge, and the high winds are perfect conditions for wind sports from May to S<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">eptember. If you\u2019re not a kiteboarder, or a windsurfer just yet then Hood River is the perfect place to learn! Checkout one of the many schools in town, including <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cascadekiteboarding.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cascade Kiteboarding<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.gorgekiteboardschool.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gorge Kiteboard School<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brianswindsurfing.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brian\u2019s Windsurfing<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/kitethegorge.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kite The Gorge<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/newwindkiteboarding.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New Wind<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Explore_the_Hood_River_Fruit_Loop\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>Explore the Hood River Fruit Loop\u00a0<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Hood River Valley in the Columbia River Gorge has so many of wineries, fruit orchards, and lavender fields.\u00a0 This is where having your own car comes in handy! Spend a driving along the Hood River Fruit Loop and make stops wherever your heart desires!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Don&#8217;t miss the local wineries and lavender farms.\u00a0 Many of the wineries are open all year. Most of the fruit stands open seasonally during harvest time, which varies every year. No matter where you go, the shop owners you meet are friendly, and they\u2019re always glad to share a piece of history of this region.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A list of the open shops and hours in the Hood River Fruit Loop are listed <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/hoodriverfruitloop.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sip_on_Craft_Beer\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>Sip on Craft Beer\u00a0<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get to know (and taste) all of the great craft breweries in this region! On a sunny day you\u2019ll find locals and visitors sitting outside with flights beer. In Hood River, I love the ambiance of\u00a0 <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/thunderislandbrewing.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thunder Island Brewing Co<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/thunderislandbrewing.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Thunder Island<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> sits next to the Columbia River with great sunset views and a laid back atmosphere. Order whatever beer is on tap that day (it\u2019s all good!), and enjoy the delicious food all made with local ingredients!\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Visit_a_Lavender_Farm\"><\/span><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>Visit a Lavender Farm<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1508\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1508\" style=\"width: 1440px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1508 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1317-1.jpg?resize=1291%2C968&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Hood River Lavender Farm \" width=\"1291\" height=\"968\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1317-1.jpg?resize=1440%2C1080&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1317-1.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1317-1.jpg?w=1920&amp;ssl=1 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1291px) 100vw, 1291px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1508\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Hood River Lavender Farm<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I love the relaxing and refreshing smell of lavender! I couldn\u2019t resist the chance to breathe it all in at the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripadvisor.com\/Attraction_Review-g51909-d2008603-Reviews-Hood_River_Lavender-Hood_River_Oregon.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hood River Lavender Farm<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, an organic lavender farm selling the purest, chemical-free lavender in the Gorge along the Hood River Fruit Loop.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">You can pick your own lavender bouquets from June through September, or stop by their store to browse their handcrafted items for sale, including bath products, culinary items, and 100% natural lavender essential oil. You can also ask to visit their lavender gardens behind the store!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Go_Wine_Tasting\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>Go Wine Tasting\u00a0<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Take a day off from hiking and\u00a0 treat yourself to an afternoon wine tasting around Hood River.\u00a0 Hood River Valley has several charming family owned wineries with spectacular views of Mt. Hood. I was only able to make it to two wineries, but I enjoyed them both!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: georgia, palatino, serif; font-size: 14pt;\"><b>Mt. Hood Winery (Best Views!)<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With stunning views of Mount Hood, a relaxing outdoor patio, and such a large selection of wines, <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/mthoodwinery.com\/visit-our-hood-river-wine-tasting-room\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mt. Hood Winery <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is the perfect place to begin your wine tasting afternoon.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1579 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1442.jpg?resize=1291%2C1721&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Mt. Hood Winery\" width=\"1291\" height=\"1721\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1442.jpg?resize=1440%2C1920&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1442.jpg?resize=300%2C400&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1442.jpg?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1442.jpg?resize=800%2C1067&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1442.jpg?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1291px) 100vw, 1291px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Take a tour through the vineyard and enjoy the taste of the crisp mountain air with the peak of Mount Hood always in your view. The tasting fee is $15.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Hood_Crest_Winery_Best_Food\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>Hood Crest Winery (Best Food!)\u00a0<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just outside the town of Hood River is <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hood Crest Winery.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Their winery<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0has a cozy tasting room with high ceilings, gorgeous views of Mt. Hood, and best of all a delicious farm to table food menu.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1578\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1578\" style=\"width: 1440px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1578 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1443.jpg?resize=1291%2C1721&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"1291\" height=\"1721\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1443.jpg?resize=1440%2C1920&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1443.jpg?resize=300%2C400&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1443.jpg?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1443.jpg?resize=800%2C1067&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1443.jpg?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1291px) 100vw, 1291px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1578\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Love the wood-fired pizzas at Hood Crest Winery<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">I highly recommend one of their wood-fired pizzas with pesto, artichokes, feta, olives, parmesan, and pine nuts atop their homemade dough! It was salty, Mediterranean perfection with each bite!\u00a0 The tasting fee is $15.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bonus_Visit_Mt_Hood_National_Forest\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>Bonus! Visit Mt. Hood National Forest\u00a0<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">On your way back to Portland from the Columbia River Gorge, make a quick stop at Mt. Hood National Forest for a picnic and absolutely breathtaking views of Mt. Hood. You can pickup picnic snacks from Hood River from local markets.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Have_a_Picnic_at_Trillium_Lake\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18pt;\"><b>Have a Picnic at Trillium Lake\u00a0<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1577 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1444.jpg?resize=1291%2C1721&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Trillium Lake\" width=\"1291\" height=\"1721\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1444.jpg?resize=1440%2C1920&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1444.jpg?resize=300%2C400&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1444.jpg?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1444.jpg?resize=800%2C1067&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1444.jpg?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1291px) 100vw, 1291px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">The best viewpoint of Mount Hood is Trillium Lake. It\u2019s an easy drive into the park, and you\u2019re able to park for free. For those interested in staying the night, the campground is perfect for tents or RVs. Rustic sites with only a picnic table and fire pit make it the perfect place to relax.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Glamping_in_the_Columbia_River_Gorge\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>Glamping in the Columbia River Gorge\u00a0<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">Glamping is pretty much exactly what it sounds like. The perfect mix of \u201cglamorous\u201d and \u201ccamping,\u201d glamping brings the comfort of a hotel into the great outdoors. If you haven\u2019t ever been glamping\u00a0 before, Oregon is the perfect place to see what all the hype is about!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1580 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1448.jpg?resize=1291%2C1721&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"1291\" height=\"1721\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1448.jpg?resize=1440%2C1920&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1448.jpg?resize=300%2C400&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1448.jpg?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1448.jpg?resize=800%2C1067&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1448.jpg?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1291px) 100vw, 1291px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-1582 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1445.jpg?resize=1291%2C1721&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"1291\" height=\"1721\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1445.jpg?resize=1440%2C1920&amp;ssl=1 1440w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1445.jpg?resize=300%2C400&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1445.jpg?resize=1152%2C1536&amp;ssl=1 1152w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1445.jpg?resize=800%2C1067&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/test.popoversandpassports.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/img_1445.jpg?w=1536&amp;ssl=1 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1291px) 100vw, 1291px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.airbnb.com\/rooms\/600222?source_impression_id=p3_1587180651_fwiyirYdElpfYd1S&amp;guests=1&amp;adults=1\">This<\/a> artistic AirBnB glamping experience in Stevenson, Washington is just ten minutes across the bridge from Hood River. The details here are stunning with an 18 foot tipi, plush bedding, a fire pit, hot shower, and best of all stunning views of the Columbia River.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">This AirBnB has wonderful hosts who will create a memorable experience for you with so many thoughtful touches! This is the perfect glamping experience that couldn\u2019t be more dreamy!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.airbnb.com\/rooms\/600222?source_impression_id=p3_1587180651_fwiyirYdElpfYd1S&amp;guests=1&amp;adults=1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Checkout the Listing Here<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If it\u2019s your first time using AirBnb<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">use my link <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.airbnb.com\/c\/linneaj207?currency=USD&amp;referral_share_id=cf7e2dff-cc06-4df9-94e9-95e6570e8e99\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for a free credit off your stay!<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thoughts_on_the_Columbia_River_Gorge\"><\/span><span style=\"font-size: 18pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\"><b>Final Thoughts on the Columbia River Gorge\u00a0<\/b><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400; font-size: 14pt; font-family: georgia, palatino, serif;\">A trip to Oregon&#8217;s Columbia River Gorge is the perfect vacation. During the summer months you&#8217;ll have plenty of sunshine with fantastic weather May to September. 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