Date of visit: May 12, 2012
Population: 433 (2010 Census)
Prior to 1920, the only way to drive between Hood River and Mosier was up and over Mosier Hill on a dangerous road that had been built in 1874. During construction of the Columbia River Highway in 1919, two highway tunnels were constructed just east of town. The tunnels were carved into the steep hillside 300 feet above the railroad tracks and the river. The new highway and the tunnels made it easier for people to drive between Hood River and Mosier, even though frequent landslides caused headaches for both drivers and road crews.
In the 1950s the tunnels were abandoned when Interstate 84 was built. But in the 1990s the abandoned stretch of historic highway between Hood River and Mosier was restored, including the twin tunnels. The old road is now a hiking and biking trail.
Mosier Pioneer Cemetery
Mosier Totem
Route 30 Classics and Roadside Refreshments
Thirsty Woman Brewpub
Post office
The volunteer-run library
Mosier City Hall
View of the train tracks and Interstate 84 from town
One of the old tunnels
