Sandy, "The Gateway to
Mt Hood"
LOCATION
Sandy, located in Clackamas County about 25 miles east of Portland
and situated just off HWY 26 (26 starts where Powell ends on
the East end of Gresham and continues into HWY 26 until you reach
Mt. Hood). Sandy is an 8 minute drive from Gresham, a 25
minute drive to Portland, and less than a 30 minute drive to the
mountain.
ALL ABOUT
Sandy
Oregon is a small community of 5,385 residents and is the
gateway
city. Here you will find stunning views of Mt. Hood, lush forest,
and the Sandy River, of which the town was named
after. Sandy is located
within a ˝ hour drive to downhill skiing at
Timberline Ski Resort,
hiking, extraordinary valley and scenic views , mountain biking,
fishing, snowmobiling and several other recreational activities in
the Mt. Hood National Forest area.
Sandy offers easy river access
and living while still a comfortable commute to Portland. From
enjoying the roar of the
rapids or boating down its navigable waters to catch
the elusive salmon swimming below, the community provides
family fun events year round.
Sandy is the home of the annual
Sandy Mountain Festival, the Sandy Oktoberfest and the yearly
Hometown Holiday Festival and Parade. Although a small town, Sandy
offers shopping, great restaurants, farmers markets, and everything
any resident could ask for in a community!
HISTORY
In
1845, Samuel K. Barlow, a pioneer emigrant from Kentucky, blazed
Barlow Road from The Dalles, Oregon around the south side of Mt.
Hood to Eagle Creek (a settlement east of Oregon City) thus
completing the last leg of the famous Oregon Trail that began in
Independence, Missouri. Sandy's first settlers, the Francis Revenue
family, arrived in 1853 and soon opened a trading post here on the
Barlow Road and served many of the thousands of pioneers who
traveled through on their way to the Willamette Valley. Sandy's
first Post Office was established in 1873 and the village became an
incorporated city in 1913.
TRANSPORTATION
Sandy Area Metro (SAM, or Fareless SAM) is a small
public transit system providing free service between Sandy and
Gresham, where riders can use the TriMet bus system or MAX (rail
service) to travel the Portland metro area. Rides on the STAR route,
which runs through the side streets of Sandy cost $0.50. Riders
wishing to view Mount Hood can ride the Mountain Express, which
stops at various places along Highway 26 going towards the mountain.
That fare is $1.00 for a one-way ticket.
There are a variety of homes in both newer
neighborhoods as well as older established ones. Lots come in all
sizes or on acreage. You can live within the city limits or live
just a few miles out to find your neighbor raises buffalo or grows
fields of hops. Wildlife is everywhere along the city limits, I
just saw a heard of elk last week trekking to a nearby creek for
water.
FAVORITE
RESTAURANTS
Thai Home Restaurant
I love this place! Very personable and they
make you feel first class. Wonderful food with the ambiance of
small town charm!
(do like we do in other neighborhoods)
Customer Reviews
Calamity Janes
Best, and craziest burgers anywhere! This is
regular stop for the Mt. Lovers on the way up the hill as well
as on the way back down. Everything is supersized except the
price! Get the true feel of the Mountain around the burger place
that will put ANYTHING between two buns!
Customer Reviews
Elusive Trout Pub
This small pub offers a great menu featuring burgers and fries
and other American fare, not to mention a nice salad selection
and a “south of the border” menu. They claim the best beer
selection in Sandy with great and always friendly staff.
Joe's Donut Shop
Great place to stop on your way up to or back from the mountain.
The cinnamon buns are the best in the Portland area, or grab
some giant sugary and fluffy doughnuts to start your
ski/snowboard trip. The service is great and there's usually an
odd mix of snowboarders, skiers and locals to make the scene
complete. Little place leaves a big sugar smile on the face!
Customer Reviews
ENTERTAINMENT (Chamber of Commerce for Events
HERE)
Sandy Actors
Theatre
This theater has a very talented group of actors who work very
hard and enjoy putting on four plays a year. Now celebrating
over 30 years of acting, some of the group's past performances
include “Little Women” and “Play It Again Sam” by Woody Allen.
Music in the Park
The
City was proud to showcase its brand new amphitheater with an
exciting new acoustic music series. This lovely smaller stage
provides the city with an opportunity to host performers that
benefit from a more intimate setting, such as classical
quartets, singer-songwriters and groups playing classic music
from different cultures.
There is also the original
Main Stage conveniently located near the park's
entrance at City Hall and Fantasy Forest. Feel free to come
early and bring a picnic. From Cuban to Zydeco, Funk to Irish,
concerts in the park offer something for everyone.
Movie in the Park
Held at the Main Stage
Area on Saturdays at dusk during the summer,
movies are shown in the park. Bring a blanket or some lawn
chairs and come experience the thrill of watching a movie with
your family surrounded by tall trees and twinkling stars.
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