Portland West Hills

The Tualatin Mountains dominate the western skyline of Portland, Oregon. The mountains form the high ridge running from southeast to northwest, separating Portland from Beaverton and other cities of the Tualatin Valley to the west.

Frozen rain

The entire area is a fun place to hike in the wintertime when the weather cooperates. But, the weather can turn to the dark side. These photos were taken during a heavy polar freeze that hit Portland in January for an entire week. 

The freezing rain and low tempatures can cause a lot of damage. But, it can create some artistic beauty too.

Ice on snow

Yes, it can get chipper in Portland

Ice reflections

Frozen rain

Thick frozen rain