With fairly easy access to decent skiing nearly eight months out of the year, it's no wonder that skiers love Portland. There are several ski resorts on Mt. Hood, less than an hour's drive away, including Ski Bowl, Mt. Hood Meadows, and Timberline Lodge.
Mountain Shop (628 N.E. Broadway, Lloyd District/Irvington. 503/288-6768) rents skis and equipment. REI (1405 N.W. Johnson St., Pearl District. 503/221-1938) can fill all your ski-equipment rental needs.