By Dennis McNabb, The Mountain Times
Welcome to Hoodland Shuttle, where your adventure begins! For years, locals and tourists alike have lamented the lack of adequate shuttle services along the Mt. Hood corridor. While the area boasts many popular tourist attractions, those with adventurous spirits don’t always own the appropriate transportation to travel safely to and from. Some transportation and ride-sharing services cover the region but tend to be exorbitantly priced and focused solely on getting riders from point A to B. Likewise, it can be difficult to book a ride, especially during off-peak hours. So what does one do under these circumstances? As of April of this year, one need only to call the Hoodland Shuttle Co.!
Hoodland Shuttle is a year-round taxi service, adventure shuttle, and wine-touring vehicle all rolled into one! Whether you simply need a safe ride home from the pub or a ride to the airport, or you plan to take a whole group of friends skiing, mountain biking, or wine tasting, Hoodland Shuttle has got you covered. There’s no need to struggle with the traffic, the parking, or the dangers of driving in inclement weather. Hoodland Shuttle’s first-class service ensures you will enjoy the ride as much as the mountain!
Founder, owner and operator, Ryan Barnes is a born-and-raised Oregonian. This is his home and his genuine love and affinity for the area bleeds through into his work. If you are a local or even a regular visitor who simply needs a temporary driver, Ryan can accommodate you. He knows how to “read the room” and can blend into the background like a chameleon if that’s what you prefer. However, if you are looking for more of a travel guide who can offer advice and share stories of his own adventures, Ryan can entertain like no other. It’s your experience, but Ryan can tailor things to meet your specific needs and desires. And unlike any other car service in the area, Ryan possesses a special use permit with the Forestry Service which allows him access to trailheads. If you are an avid hiker, you will never again be required to walk the forestry roads before even arriving at the trail you intend to explore (unless of course direct access does not exist).
The service is available 24/7 with a 24-hour advanced reservation. Ryan recently purchased Mt. Hood Taxi (the only other service of this kind on the mountain) and will now have 3 vehicles available: a 12-passenger Sprinter Van, a 7-passenger Toyota Highlander, and a 7-passenger Sienna Minivan. This should provide unprecedented service on the mountain but don’t forget it is still first-come, first-served. So book early if you can! Ryan also wanted to make special note of how humbled and appreciative he is for the previous efforts made by Dennis Bachman (owner of Mt. Hood Taxi). He is incredibly excited to be taking on those existing clients and looks forward to treating them to the same level of premium service they received in the past.
Next time you want to hit the mountain but have questions regarding transportation, Hoodland Shuttle has all the answers! Locally owned and operated, this is a fun, reliable, safe and inexpensive means of getting around. For more information or to book your next trip, check out their website today: hoodlandshuttle.com. You can also follow them on Instagram: hoodland_shuttle or call: 971-930-7210.