Delicious beers, good food, nice views of the river. Lots of casual outdoor seating.
There are plenty of excellent wineries in the Hood River area, including some options in town and a few that are a short drive away. This link provides some more guidance on the subject.
A delicious BBQ spot. Even David approves and he is from the south! It is also located next to several other food carts, which are all great options!
This is an absolutely beautiful spot for hiking. These two hikes are about a 15 minute drive from downtown Hood River. The Coyote Wall loop is about 6.5 miles and the Labyrinth is a 4.7 mile out and back.
A shorter, flatter hike that is a ten minute drive from Hood River. Supposed to have great wildflowers!
A beautiful farm to stroll through and purchase some local products. Also, conveniently located next to Stave & Stone Winery!
Raft the White Salmon River! This outfitter leads trips for all different experience levels.