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Portland's progressive environmental policies, particularly its urban growth policy, have ensured the preservation of the city's surrounding natural areas and attractions. The metropolitan area is within easy reach of some of Oregon's most exquisite environmental features and includes rivers, mountains, canyons and the coast. Here are some of the top tourist attractions, sights and things to do nearby Portland.

Portland Attractions Nearby: Columbia River Gorge - Oregon (OR), USA
The Columbia River's forceful path has sculpted a mind blowing deep ravine through the Cascade mountain range. With over 70 waterfalls, including America's second highest, the Columbia River Gorge is one of the most scenic attractions in the Portland region. River tours of the gorge are available from the town of Cascade Locks on the Sternwheeler Columbia Gorge, an original triple decker paddlewheeler.
Portland attraction open: daily - 24 hours
Portland attraction admission: free




Portland Attractions Nearby: Mount Hood - Oregon (OR), USA
Mount Hood is located on highway US-26 approximately 56 miles / 90 km east of Portland, and visitors flock annually to its pristine, nature-abundant slopes to enjoy superb outdoors recreational activities.
Portland attraction open: daily - 24 hours
Portland attraction admission: free

Portland Attractions Nearby: Government Island State Recreation Area - Oregon (OR), USA
Calling all keen campers! For a real getaway, take a trip to Government Island situated in the middle of the Columbia River northeast of Portland and accessible only by boat. The island is a prime location for fly fishermen and anglers, and offers a very basic campsite for those adventurous enough to stay the night.
Portland attraction open: daily
Portland attraction admission: free

Portland Attractions Nearby: Kennedy School - NE 33rd Avenue and Killingsworth, Portland, Oregon (OR), USA
Formerly an elementary school and now a quirky bed-and-breakfast, bar, restaurant and cinema, the Kennedy School retains many of its original features. Guests and locals can sip brews in the detention room, watch films in the auditorium or even scribble on chalkboards in the guestrooms.
Portland attraction open: daily - hours vary
Portland attraction admission: free

Portland Attractions Nearby: Lewis and Clark Recreation Site - Portland, Oregon (OR), USA
One of Portland's many sites of picnic perfection, the Lewis and Clark State Recreation Site is located at the western entrance to the Columbia River Gorge along the Historic Columbia Highway, close to the junction of the Sandy and Columbia rivers.
Portland attraction open: daily
Portland attraction admission: free





 
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