HOOD RIVER FARM FIELD GUIDE
Tractor Tram Through Hood River Orchards — and a Behind‑the‑Scenes Look at Gift‑Basket Craft
A 90‑minute visit that pairs a tractor‑pulled tram through working orchards with an exclusive guided tour of The Fruit Company’s gift‑basket operations.
Tractor Tram Through Hood River Orchards — and a Behind‑the‑Scenes Look at Gift‑Basket Craft.
Climb aboard a tractor‑pulled tram and thread a route through lush Hood River orchards, hear first‑hand stories of the valley’s farming past and present, taste seasonal fruit when available, and go behind the scenes at The Fruit Company to see how gift baskets are made and even customize one before you leave.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Tractor‑pulled tram through working orchards
The centerpiece is a tractor‑pulled tram that carries guests through nearby orchards, offering a close look at trees, equipment, and the rhythms of orchard work.
Seasonal fruit tastings
Depending on seasonality, the tour includes opportunities to taste the valley’s bounty and to learn about the varieties grown in the Hood River area.
Watch gift baskets being made
An exclusive guided tour at The Fruit Company reveals the production process, historic building stories, equipment up close, and a chance to customize a gift and enjoy a special treat.
What the day feels like
What the visit feels like
The rhythm is short and purposeful: board a tractor‑pulled tram, roll through orchard rows while a guide tells the story of Hood River’s agricultural rise and changing farming methods, pause for seasonal tastings and photos, then step into The Fruit Company for a behind‑the‑scenes look at how gift baskets are produced, meet the people and equipment involved, and finish by customizing a keepsake gift.
THE RIDE
Tractor‑pulled tram through working orchards
The centerpiece is a tractor‑pulled tram that carries guests through nearby orchards, offering a close look at trees, equipment, and the rhythms of orchard work.
THE FLAVOR
Seasonal fruit tastings
Depending on seasonality, the tour includes opportunities to taste the valley’s bounty and to learn about the varieties grown in the Hood River area.
BEHIND THE SCENES
Watch gift baskets being made
An exclusive guided tour at The Fruit Company reveals the production process, historic building stories, equipment up close, and a chance to customize a gift and enjoy a special treat.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this short agricultural outing suits — and what’s not specified in the supplied details.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The tour runs select days from May through October on Tuesdays and Thursdays and has a total duration of about 90 minutes.
Expect a tractor‑pulled tram through orchards, seasonal fruit tastings (when available), and a guided behind‑the‑scenes visit to The Fruit Company’s production area where you can customize a gift.
Meet at 2900 Van Horn Drive in Hood River; the full visit is approximately 90 minutes.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Fruit Company Tour?
The tour lasts approximately 90 minutes.
When is the tour available?
The tour runs on select days from May through October, specifically on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Where is the meeting point for the tour?
The meeting location is 2900 Van Horn Drive, Hood River.
Will I get to taste fruit on the tour?
Yes — the tour includes tasting the bounty depending on seasonality.
What parts of The Fruit Company will I see?
The guided visit goes behind the scenes to show how gift baskets are made, including equipment up close and the process from beginning to end, plus an opportunity to customize a gift.
Is the tram motorized or pulled?
The tram is pulled by a tractor through the orchard.