Mount Hood Territory Earth & Sky Adventure Trail
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Take off with Oregon's premier parachute center, Skydive Oregon. Make like a bird and take professional first jump instruction, tandem and solo freefall from the largest and newest aircraft in the Northwest. Groups can jump together and groove to the views from 13,000 feet.

Head out on a walkabout along the Molalla River Recreation Corridor with Upward Trail. Step up to discover more than a dozen trails and waterfalls, a fire lookout, gold mine and a geo-cache paradise. Hikes go most weekends throughout the year. (contact upwardtrails@aol.com)


Drink

Party on at McMenamins' newest addition to their family of unusual eateries. This welcome Wilsonville addition is a reverential re-creation of an historic local building. Drink up at The Old Church & Pub and take a seat in the outdoor amphitheater, listening to music that will make your spirit soar

Surround yourself with luscious vineyards and gleaming stables while you enjoy an Oregon Horse Country weekend tasting experience at Quailhurst Vineyards located in the heart of Oregon Horse Country. Open from 10-4 most Saturdays and Sundays.


Stay

Tuck in for the night at the Wilsonville Inn and Suites (soon to be a Best Western). Located off I-5 and only 20 minutes to Portland, this property is close to restaurants, outlet malls and antique shops. Enjoy a full breakfast buffet, WIFI, Business center, Pool, Spa, and fitness center for free.


Find more information and an interactive map:
Mt. Hood Territory Earth & Sky Adventure Trail Map


Photo Credit:
1.Skydive: Courtesy Skydive Oregon
2.Courtesy www.MtHoodTerritory.com


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