Ruthton County Park — Attraction in Hood River

Sad they let this park get neglected. Hopefully, it will get spruced up when the Columbia River Highway Trail is done. Still, if you love old park facilities like I do, this is a good place to check out. Lots of groovy stuff from the 60s and 70s. There's also a great viewpoint of the river where you can watch the barges and trains go by. It's one of those places where it looks like you can just take...

As you drive in, a sign warns you that budget cuts have resulted in the park's lack of maintenance. It's quite sad. The good news is that parking is now available rather than chained off. When we visited, a couple were eating their picnic in their car because there were so many bees around they were afraid to open their mouths. Of course the view is fantastic but don't expect to...

It is a small park tucked away in the West end of Hood River. I would not come here for peace and quiet as the train passes on one side of the park and the interstate on the other. I would, however, come here for breathtaking views, to take a break in your car or to enjoy the nice quaint park area for stretching or running...