Mount Hood National Forest
Mount Hood National Forest
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7:45 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Monday
7:45 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
7:45 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
7:45 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
7:45 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Friday
7:45 AM - 12:00 PM
1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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Scenic area that extends south from scenic Columbia River Gorge across more than sixty miles of forested mountains, lakes and streams.
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Rishu S
New York City, NY58 contributions
Sep 2020
I can't even believe how good the day was and how beautiful the lighting was. We started at around 3.45 PM and it took us 1 hour 10 mins to go to the top. The elevation gain is pretty steady, although its 1200ft so you need to be an average hiker to tackle this one. Its almost a 5 mile round trip, a hiking pole really helps manage the elevation gain towards the end of the hike. No views while hiking as you are just hiking up surrounded by beautiful pine trees, at the end you are treated to a beautiful view of Mount hood. I would highly recommend this hike to anyone who is going to this area. Its a must do activity.
Written 18 September 2020
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The_Wanderer1992
Columbia, MD1,817 contributions
Sep 2020
My husband and I drove through Mount Hood National Forest. It's a beautiful, serene area to drive through. If you are ever in Oregon, the drive here is definitely recommended.
Written 7 September 2020
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Riz29
Eatonton, GA74 contributions
Jun 2019 • Business
Visited Mt. Hood in the summer time and it was spectacular. Weather was nice and was able to hike up to the snow line. Well worth it.
Written 11 February 2020
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Rye Zenrow
Portland, OR1 contribution
Mar 2019
This is one of America's beauties such an awesome place to go hiking, take it all in and get lost in the woods. Truly one of America's best parks.
Written 8 January 2020
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richard c
20 contributions
Jun 2019
the lodge built many years ago is still very nice and the hiking is phenominal. Its a steep haul from the parking lot to the lodge. Being from the east coast its amazing to see a real snow capped mountain in the summer time.
Written 22 December 2019
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vanDongenFamily
Whistler, Canada93 contributions
Aug 2019
Trillium lake is the perfect spot to camp with the family. You can sit by the lake and see the peak of Mt Hood. Gorgeous Forst spot.
Written 6 November 2019
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Aprile M
100 contributions
Oct 2019 • Friends
Did Mirror Lake Trail before heading home beautiful trail next time I visit I want to climb all the way to the top a definite must see
Written 12 October 2019
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Rudy R
New York City, NY129 contributions
Jun 2019 • Couples
My girlfriend and I went to Mt. Hood National Forest and camped for two nights near Timothy Lake. Fantastic views of Mt. Hood whole camping alongside a lovely lake. Campground was clean and had bathrooms. Great, relaxing time! Also, got to drive around Mt. Hood which is spectacular!
Written 28 August 2019
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Walldo
Tulsa, OK550 contributions
Aug 2019 • Solo
Great trip and excellent scenery.
The employees were very polite, professional and knowledgeable of the area and history.
The employees were very polite, professional and knowledgeable of the area and history.
Written 24 August 2019
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oek9mom
Lewisville, North Carolina378 contributions
Oct 2018 • Solo
Such a beautiful sight to see over a large section of Oregon. I'd had this on my bucket list for awhile. Unfortunately, it was pouring rain the last day of my trip so I had a somewhat limited visit here. Will go back!
Written 15 June 2019
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TBPhineas
Bloomington, MN182 contributions
I will be in the Mt. Hood area August 3 to 6. What hikes can be suggested for a person who has no hiking experience in this part of the States and is a candidate for both knees being replaced? Do I really need to carry the essential 10 on day hikes? This is a check off the bucket list before surgery. Thank you.
Jose
Arizona31 contributions
What are the hikes & distances to burnt lake?
clakamas river? and salmon river\?
What resort? and please what Good restaurants are near Rhodendrum? Planning trip in late September. Thanks
Good Morning,
I am planning a visit next year, maybe in the summer, and would like to camp, hike the trails and just enjoy the park. A few logistic questions, since I live out of state:
1. Camping- there are so many campgrounds! I would like to visit a new one every night or every other night. Do I have to make reservations for each and every campsite?
2. Hiking- trails, trails, trails! How to access them? I'm assuming they are accessed from trail heads, campgrounds and such?
3. Supplies- is there a camp store for supplies and such?
4. Hygiene- what is the shower/toilet situation like at the campgrounds and around the park in general? Not shy about missing a shower or two or three- just want to know my options.
Any comments, suggestions are welcomed!
Thank you :)
Jonny C
Elgin, IL154 contributions
We did not do any camping. We hiked a couple of trails on Mt. Hood. We got the access information from a couple of sources. We brought a map published by National Geographic that had very good trail locations. Another excellent resource is stop by the nearest Forest Service office while you are there. They have maps, current trail conditions, and suggestions. That is probably your best resource.
Thomas A
Edmonds, WA12 contributions
What scenic hikes are recommended for reasonable fit seniors who walk 5 plus miles daily?
Virginia R
37 contributions
Check the brochures - they give details about the length of hikes and levels of: good for anyone, mid, and high. If you stop at the ranger station or visitor centers, talk to the people there. They have a lot of knowledge.
kelsey g
86 contributions
I am planning on visiting the area in a week. Can anyone tell me if Cooper Spur trail or mirror lake trail will be snow covered /closed? If so do you have any suggestions on other trails that will not be snow covered that have a view of Mt.Hood.
JohnnieGrinder
Taipei, Taiwan4 contributions
Are there any campgrounds open in November and December?
IxtapaBlast!
Yorba Linda, CA27 contributions
Not sure what type of camping you are into? Here is a website that may help you locate the current conditions as well as the camping of your choice.
fs.usda.gov/activity/mthood/recreation/camping-cabins
Kwaku A
Boston, MA
Hi! Making a trip to Portland and was hoping to make a day trip for hiking to Mt. Hood. Any idea how I could get there using public transportation or a shuttle of some kind? Was hoping not to rent a car.
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