And the road trip continues…
Twenty four miles from Portland, Oregon is the Vista House at Crown Point
View from inside
Stairway to vistas
The Columbia River Gorge is gorgeous!
8 miles from the Vista house…
Multnomah Falls seems to be the must see waterfall in the Columbia River gorge area
but I really liked Latourell falls
even though the Multnomah stop had ice cream
It’s a quieter spot compared to Multnomah
and you could feel the spray of the falls. 🙂
After our hike we headed back to Portland,
and searched for a spot to watch the sunset.
Skidmore Bluffs overlook is tucked away in suburbia
and stay as long as you like because Voodoo Doughnuts is open 24 hours
Is it really necessary to put frosting on a fritter?
Okay, so that question may be sparked by jealousy, as Voodoo doesn’t have gluten-free treats.
But I found plenty in Portland, my fave being the Back to Eden Bakery (for regular eats with gluten-free options we also really enjoyed Teote and The Tin Shed Garden Cafe).
Next post: Snow in June? Stay tuned. 🙂
And if you want to see our first stop it’s here: Seattle
So do you think fritters should be frosted?
Happy Monday!
xo
Coleen Patrick 
Lovely photos, especially the waterfalls. Making me hanker for the open road!
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Ah, the open road. I crave it more than doughnuts. 😉 Thanks, Dianne!
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I loved the Columbia Gorge when we visited it a couple years ago. I seemed to stop everywhere you did, but you took way better pictures! Glad you’re enjoying your trip.
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It’s so pretty there, right? So much to see!
Thanks, Char.
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What a great area to visit and you make it even better with your gorgeous photos! I have a friend who lives very close to Multnomah Falls.
But my favorite photo is the fritter! OMG! 24 hour donut shops would be my undoing. Good thing there is no such thing in my town. 😀
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Blessing and a curse living near the falls and a 24 hour doughnut shop? 🙂
Thanks, Teresa!
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No! Sorry Voodoo. No frosting on fritters.
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Ok, so it’s not just me. 🙂
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Wow I love waterfalls. You are living like we did in NZ :0)
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Ah, New Zealand. Maybe one day!
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Looks like an amazing place to visit.
I’m not sure about frosted fritters. I’m not sure about fritters period, so I’m not the best judge. Generally I think if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.
J
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Yes, when it comes to frosted fritters, the if it ain’t broke saying works! I’m a fritter fan though haven’t found a gluten-free one. Yet. 🙂
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You have definitely visited part of God’s country up there in Oregon. It’s beautiful and usually lush and green like that all year round.
As far as frosting fritters I’m in favor. That makes me in favor or fritter frosting. (I just had to say that because it’s fun.)
I’m anxiously awaiting the next leg of your journey.
Patricia Rickrode
w/a Jansen Schmidt
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Yes, the green! Just wow. Reminded me of Ireland.
And as for your frosted fritter tongue twister, I’m in favor too. 🙂
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Coleen its 7.30 am in the morning here and I am craving something sweet now. Im a savoury person usually. Those waterfalls look amazing, looks like you are having a wonderful holiday, with great weather. Enjoy the summer and I will dream of it from a far-off foggy land.
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I really like waterfalls. I think I’ve managed to fit one in on almost every road trip. I’m hoping to see one that I can walk behind next! 🙂
Thanks, Kath!
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Truly gorgeous! Love waterfalls and sunsets!
And fritters, but hold the icing. That is just too much sweetness for me.
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Yes! Too sweet for sure. And ditto for me on waterfalls and sunsets. Thanks, Kassandra!
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Personally, a little frosting might be nice. Just makes the whole treat that much naughtier. 😉
Those waterfalls are gorgeous. So much of this beautiful country I have yet to see.
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Oh, naughty is a good word for frosted fritters! 🙂
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I had not heard of Vista House, but now will add it to my list of places to see, along with the falls! I have heard of Voodoo Donuts, though! And sure, why not add frosting to fritters? Unless that makes you unable to eat them.
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I forgot to mention that these attractions are also in the 1,000 places to see before you die. I didn’t know that until someone at our hotel pointed it out. So for sure put this on your list!! 🙂
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Such gorgeous vistas which made for some beautiful photographs! I love the waterfalls, something peaceful and sacred about them. You certainly know how to pick your vacations.
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Thanks, Patricia. I love researching and planning a road trip just as much as taking one. So much fun. 🙂
And I agree with you, waterfalls do seem peaceful and sacred.
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That shot of the Columbia River Gorge is stunning. And where’s a 24-hour doughnut shop when I need one? (Apparently half a continent away.)
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Thanks, Pat! I’m still wondering if a 24 hr donut shop is a good or a frightening thing. 🙂
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Love, love, love road trips. I am sure you have explained this before, but what camera do you use?
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I’m still using the camera on my Samsung Galaxy phone! Maybe one of these days I’ll upgrade to a regular camera. 🙂
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That part of the west coast is just beautiful! What an amazing trip you had Coleen. Regardless of the doughnuts, the Columbia, the Falls…just gorgeous scenery. 🙂
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Thanks, Karen. I agree, so, so beautiful!
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As a huge fan of frosting, I’d try frosting on fritters. Sorry you couldn’t get a gluten-free treat there. I really love the name of Voodoo Doughnuts!
Pics are beautiful. What an amazing trip you had!
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The store itself had a cool voodoo vibe too. 🙂
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Coleen, you take the BEST pictures! Thanks so much for sharing all the beauties 🙂
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Beautiful pics, Coleen. BTW, Mathair and I are Food Network junkies and saw Voodoo doughnuts featured on a show. Ever since then we’ve been dying to visit their place. We heard there was one in Atlanta but we figure we can kill two birds with one stone by seeing Seattle and the doughnut shop in one swoop. lol
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wow you caught a really flowing Multnomah falls!
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