Hi All!
Was looking for some help on our itinerary for a last minute weekend trip in September. Arriving in PDX Friday 12pm, Leaving Monday at 2pm. Planning to drive the Gorge to Hood River to visit the waterfalls and hike Silver Falls State Park and do some eating/shopping around Portland.
Friday - Portland
Saturday - Gorge to Hood River
Sunday - Silverlake Falls
Monday - Shopping in Portland and leave
How long would the Gorge take if we start around 9am Saturday and plan to stop by all the waterfalls? Had been thinking about overnighting in Hood River but hotels are tough to book for that weekend for the one night so am thinking of just staying all nights in Portland and daytripping out.
Other thoughts would be going to the Gorge on Friday afternoon when we land - would it be less crowded than Saturday AM? Not sure if we'd have enough time by the time we land and get our rental care. Or Sliver Falls Friday?
Other thought would be to head out Saturday AM, Gorge- Hood River (Find somewhere to overnight) - Trillium Lake - Silverlake Falls - Back to Portland. I have a tendency to try to plan too much so unsure if thats doable with weekend crowds and if the extra driving is scenic/worthwhile. Would appreciate any and all input/suggestions.
