Mt Hood

Portland and Mount Hood

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June 12th 2007
Leaving downtown Portland was easier than driving in but we still enjoyed a few ‘scenic’ routes before we navigated to the top of Rocky Butte State Park. What fantastic views around Portland. You can see Mt St Helens, Mt Adams and Mt Hood around the city. I caught some terrific video of an airplane banking in front of Mt Hood as it came in to land at Portland Airport. It can be a little di ... read more

North America » United States » Oregon » Hood River

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more