The Alpine Mountain Slide Near Portland That Will Take You On A Ride Of A Lifetime

There are a million fun things to do in Oregon, especially in the warmer months. But heading up to the Mt. Hood Skibowl may or may not cross your mind. This summer, add something new to your Oregon bucket list! This high-speed slide is one of Oregon's only mountain coasters, and although it's powered a little differently than a traditional rollercoaster, it's sure to take you on an adventure unlike any other. The best part is it's just an hour away from Portland! Ready? The mountain awaits!

Mt. Hood Skibowl is a treasured family getaway with more than 20 unique activities and attractions for guests of all ages to enjoy. But Skibowl isn't just for winter adventurers and powder-seekers.

Forget traditional activities like skiing! In summer, Mt. Hood Skibowl transforms into a sliding paradise.

The Alpine Slide in Mt. Hood, Oregon features a 1/2 mile mountain coaster course with dual tracks for a fun racing adventure in an amazing setting. It's the only one of its kind in the Pacific Northwest!

Both children and adults can enjoy the s-curves and hairpin thrills of the slide at their own pace.

Ride solo or race family and friends down the track for a little competitive fun.

Larger groups can also slide into the fun too!

The course drops over 350 feet and sends you down the mountain at speeds averaging 20 MPH.

You have control of the brakes, so you can set your own pace. Speed lovers have clocked speeds as high as 37 miles per hour!

And don't worry about climbing up the mountain - the Scenic Sky Chairs will do all the work for you and drop you right at the starting line.

Whether journeying up or racing back down...

The scenery is pretty spectacular too!

Along with the Alpine Slide, Mt. Hood Skibowl also features mountain bike racing, ziplining, mini golf, disc golf, and much more during the summer. This is definitely a fantastic place for families to visit! Mountain coaster and SkiBowl summer opening dates and hours vary by year, so double-check the Mt. Hood Skibowl website for the latest info.

Have you ever been on the Alpine Slide? What did you think of this "fast and furious" mountain coaster in Oregon? Let us know in the comments below.

The Portland area has a few more high-speed destinations up its sleeve still. For more roller coasters in Oregon, fulfill your need for speed at this legendary amusement park.