About Hood River Fruit Loop

Hood River Fruit Loop

This 35-mile scenic drive through the valley’s orchards, forests, farmlands, and friendly communities is a must-do.

A picturesque valley, two towering snow-capped peaks, and thousands of acres of orchards provide great photo opportunities as well as fruits and wines, lavender and alpacas, and family activities.

Some recommended stops:

–Panorama Point for picture-perfect views of Mt. Hood.

-Gorge White House, a 1910 Dutch Colonial Revival, hosts wine tastings and a 9-acre garden of snapdragons, lilies, dahlias, and sunflowers with views to Washington’s Mt. Adams.

-Cookie Stop Bakery for snicker doodles and molasses cookies

-Toll Bridge County Park. There were family reunions, horseshoe games, and the East Fork Hood River flowing through, milky with glacial silt—camping, too.

-Nelson’s Blueberry Farm, for “the blueberry farm with the best view of Mt. Hood,” according to the owner.

-Lavender Valley Lavender Farm for gorgeous fields of lavender with views of Mt. Hood.

Reviews & Ratings

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating based on 142 reviews

July 23, 2026

15diannen

The Ultimate Day Trip—Fresh Produce, Beautiful Views & Local Treats!

An incredible way to spend a day! The Hood River Fruit Loop packs 30 stops into a scenic 35-mile drive, and every single stop offered something special. What a fun and delicious experience! We loved stopping at the various farm stands along the route. Most of them have wonderful, air-conditioned store fronts—a fantastic touch on a warm day—packed with crisp, peak-season fruits and vegetables. Beyond the fresh produce, the selection of artisanal jams, local honey, lavender items, and fresh baked goods made with seasonal fruit was unbeatable. The layout of the loop is super convenient, too. You’re only driving a few minutes between farm stands, local vineyards for wine tasting, or lovely lavender fields. Several of the stops and fruit stands even offered pick-your-own options for fresh fruit and lavender, which added such a fun, hands-on touch to the trip. Whether you're stocking up your pantry, sipping local wines, or just enjoying the slow-paced charm of Oregon's countryside, this loop is an absolute must-do. We can't wait to go back!
October 23, 2025

Bellaire56

Beautiful scenery

Great scenic drive with plenty of wineries, orchards, and farms along the way. We had fun doing an Oregon apple taste test! Stop at the Hood River information center and pick up a map with all the retail stops. You will also spy views of Mt Hood on your drive. It’s a pretty area and drive.
August 10, 2025

mrc282

half or full day activity

this drive is worthwhile during the months of april-october. despite the name, you see more than just fruits. there are winery, brewery, lavender and sunflower farms bonus if mount hood is not hidden in clouds and out in full glory just download the hood river fruit loop map and off you go
August 3, 2025

GoPlaces04802346368

Beautiful!!

The fruit loop is a must for a girls day! The Lavender fields, Draper girls Cider, and Pearl's cinnamon rolls 100/10 they were so good as well as the empandas !
October 23, 2024

Sheila R

Delightful Experience

We visited Hood River in the fall. Perhaps not peak season for the Fruit Loop but so enjoyed it. It is still apple and pear season and they were delicious! The leaves were turning and the weather was beautiful. The stores along the Fruit Loop are so charming. Our favorites included: Pearl's Farmstand, Mt. Hood Winery, Packer Orchard and Bakery, Apple Valley Country Store and Smiley's Red Barn. The drive itself is beautiful with the orchards and vineyards and Mt. Hood always in the background. Several places have picnic areas where you can stop to enjoy your purchases or lunch you have brought along. Plan a half day if you want to really enjoy the time and stop at enough places along the way.