Welches

Welches is a great little town. It’s got that off-the-beaten track, locals-only, undiscovered territory kind of charm. And since it’s so hush-hush, we currently don’t have any stories or activities for this little gem. We can tell you about towns nearby, but as for Welches, we’re counting on you to go exploring and report back.

Nearby Brightwood

While driving the most significant elevation climb on Mt. Hood, you pass through Brightwood, Welches, Zigzag and Rhododendron the Villages of Mt. Hood. Located within close proximity to high-mountain lakes, rivers chilled from the mountain's…

Nearby Government Camp

Located at the 4,000-foot level of the majestic Mt. Hood's southernmost slopes, Government Camp has stayed true to its roots while serving as a recreation destination for visitors since being settled in the early 1900s. New developments have…

Nearby Sandy

Though Lewis and Clark first named it "Quicksand River," it eventually shortened to "Sandy." With the ever-present, glorious visage of Mt. Hood dominating the land, low-key Sandy claims its own special appealits unique shops, music fairs and…