Things to Do In Oregon City and Mt. Hood Territory
We spent the Fourth of July weekend in Oregon’s Mt. Hood Territory for some well-deserved communing with nature. While only a half-hour’s drive away from the city of Portland, The Territory feels a world away with its small towns and a wide range of outdoor activities. For our four-day visit to Mt. Hood Territory, we hiked, kayaked, and checked out fun and interesting things to do in Oregon City. Hiking Trails The main reason for our trip was to spend some quality time outdoors. In Oregon’s Mt. Hood Territory there are plenty of hikes from which to choose. Most of them can be found in Mt. Hood National Forest. There are short hikes, long hikes, easy hikes, and difficult hikes. We chose a mix of hikes that took us to lakes with views of Mt. Hood, a remaining section of the Oregon Trail, and a waterfall. Another great place for hiking in The Territory is the Molalla River Recreation Corridor. The Molalla River Trails S...