Wanderlust World Wanderlust World Begin in Troutdale. Go antique shopping in the downtown district or visit one of the museums. Head south on state Highway 26 to begin your drive on Mt. Hood Scenic Byway.
Pull over at the Johnsrud Viewpoint. Look out over the Sandy River and the Devil's Backbone, a ridge along Mt. Hood once used by pioneers to cross the mountain.
Travel alongside the Sandy River and enter the Mt. Hood National Forest. With over a million acres, the National Forest offers many activities for travelers including fishing, hiking and boating.
Take in a part of history at the old Oregon Trail, Barlow Pass and the Pioneer Woman's Grave. Hike a portion of the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail, which extends 2,650 miles from Mexico to Canada.
Head north around the eastern side of the 11,245-foot Mt. Hood. Stop and take a 2-mile hike to the 100-foot Tamanawas Falls.
Continue north on Interstate 35 to Panorama Point. Take in views of Mt. Hood, Hood River Valley and Columbia River Gorge from the point.
End your drive on the scenic byway at the Hood River County Historical Museum located at 300 E. Port Marina Dr. in Hood River.