Playing Tourist in Central Oregon

Whether you're a local or a visitor, there's nothing more enjoyable than setting aside a day or two here and there just to take in the sights. Spirit of Central Oregon offers here a couple of off-beat opportunities to touch Oregon history.

Riding the Rails

There's something about climbing aboard a historic train that slows the world down, providing the opportunity to truly enjoy the scenery along the rails.

Not far from the High Desert is just such an excursion, on the Mount Hood Railroad in Hood River, located in the scenic Columbia Gorge. The Hood River Valley is famous for its orchards full...