Jo’s Mount Hood Guidebook

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Jo’s Mount Hood Guidebook

Sightseeing

Mount Hood has it all! One of the most beautiful mountain peaks imaginable, surrounded by National Forest, rivers and waterfalls. It's Oregon's premier recreation spot, with so many things to do and see: ski, snowboard, snowshoe, climb, hike, walk, fish, swim, canoe, site see, bird and nature watch, picnic, play! You won't forget this natural wonderland and one visit will not be enough!
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Mount Hood
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Mount Hood has it all! One of the most beautiful mountain peaks imaginable, surrounded by National Forest, rivers and waterfalls. It's Oregon's premier recreation spot, with so many things to do and see: ski, snowboard, snowshoe, climb, hike, walk, fish, swim, canoe, site see, bird and nature watch, picnic, play! You won't forget this natural wonderland and one visit will not be enough!
Zig Zag Ranger Station is located on Highway 26 a short distance from Lolo Pass Road Junction. Get information on location conditions, hikes, etc. Or start a hike from the rangers station itself.
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Zigzag Ranger District - Zigzag Ranger Station
70220 US-26
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Zig Zag Ranger Station is located on Highway 26 a short distance from Lolo Pass Road Junction. Get information on location conditions, hikes, etc. Or start a hike from the rangers station itself.
Beautiful lake with fabulous views of Mount Hood (on a clear day). Photo opportunities galore. Popular for fishing, picnicking, boating, swimming, hiking, nature watching. There is a 2 mile walk around the lake. When we were there, some of the boardwalks were closed for repair. However, it was possible to complete the walk by detouring through the forest, where a trail was evident from worn or notched logs. We saw a Bald Eagle circling overhead and a beaver lodge. There were lots of fishermen/women on the banks and in small self-propelled boats on the lake. We watched as two of them caught huge rainbow trout, about 2 feet long.
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Trillium Lake
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Beautiful lake with fabulous views of Mount Hood (on a clear day). Photo opportunities galore. Popular for fishing, picnicking, boating, swimming, hiking, nature watching. There is a 2 mile walk around the lake. When we were there, some of the boardwalks were closed for repair. However, it was possible to complete the walk by detouring through the forest, where a trail was evident from worn or notched logs. We saw a Bald Eagle circling overhead and a beaver lodge. There were lots of fishermen/women on the banks and in small self-propelled boats on the lake. We watched as two of them caught huge rainbow trout, about 2 feet long.
Historic lodge
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Timberline Lodge Ski Area
27500 E Timberline Road
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Historic lodge
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Mirror Lake Trail
Mirror Lake Trail #664
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Government Camp
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Lolo Pass Trailhead
36 47th St
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Ramona Falls
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An hours drive from the cabin (in good weather) up Lolo Pass Road. Wonderfully scenic drive and beautiful lake. Drive not recommended in winter.
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Lost Lake
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An hours drive from the cabin (in good weather) up Lolo Pass Road. Wonderfully scenic drive and beautiful lake. Drive not recommended in winter.
Excellent easy hike for all ages. Follow the Salmon River through old growth forest. Walk there and back - so walk as long as you like.
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Old Salmon River Trail #742A
Old Salmon River Trail #742A
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Excellent easy hike for all ages. Follow the Salmon River through old growth forest. Walk there and back - so walk as long as you like.

Food scene

Local eatery/tavern. Wraps, burger, fries, etc. Local brews, decent coffee. I am allergic to gluten so there is not much I can eat here except the corn tortillas, but they are pretty good and very cheap so I have been happy to come back a couple of times. Laid-back causal place, nice outside area with picnic tables, grass, cornholes, and horseshoe games.
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Wraptitude Gourmet Wraps, Burgers & Beers
67441 Sunset Hwy
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Local eatery/tavern. Wraps, burger, fries, etc. Local brews, decent coffee. I am allergic to gluten so there is not much I can eat here except the corn tortillas, but they are pretty good and very cheap so I have been happy to come back a couple of times. Laid-back causal place, nice outside area with picnic tables, grass, cornholes, and horseshoe games.
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Skyway Bar & Grill
71545 E US-26
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AL FORNO FERRUZZA
73285 US-26
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Barlow Trail Roadhouse
69580 US-26
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ZigZag Inn
70162 U.S. 26
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Zigzag Mountain Cafe
70171 US-26
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Still Creek Inn
73365 US-26
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Coffee Brewsters
68224 US-26
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Mallards Cafe & Pub
68260 E Fairway Ave
The good selection of local beers is the reason to come here. Food, service and ambiance OK; beer good.
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Mt. Hood Brewing Co.
87304 Government Camp Loop
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The good selection of local beers is the reason to come here. Food, service and ambiance OK; beer good.
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Brightwood Tavern
63010 E Brightwood Br Rd
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Ram's Head Bar
27500 W Leg Rd
I haven't visited this personally yet - on my to-do-list - but lots of my guests have recommended it. Guests loved the cinnamon buns and the homecooked ready to heat meals (see their facebook pages for their meals menu).
Aunt B’s Country Mountain Bakery
East Stage Stop Road
I haven't visited this personally yet - on my to-do-list - but lots of my guests have recommended it. Guests loved the cinnamon buns and the homecooked ready to heat meals (see their facebook pages for their meals menu).

Fishing

Get advice on where to fish and buy bait, equipment and fishing licenses here.
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The Fly Fishing Shop
67296 US-26
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Get advice on where to fish and buy bait, equipment and fishing licenses here.

Shopping

Nearest grocery to the cabin.
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Hoodland Thriftway
68280 US-26
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Nearest grocery to the cabin.
Nearby grocery store
Mt Hood Foods
73265 US-26
Nearby grocery store

Neighborhoods

Rhododendron, Oregon is located on Highway 26 within the Mount Hood National Forest. It is surrounded by rivers and forest with views of Mount Hood. It's a great area to stay, easily accessible from Portland, yet a short drive from all Mount Hood has to offer.
Rhododendron
Rhododendron, Oregon is located on Highway 26 within the Mount Hood National Forest. It is surrounded by rivers and forest with views of Mount Hood. It's a great area to stay, easily accessible from Portland, yet a short drive from all Mount Hood has to offer.

Skiing and Winter Sports

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Mt. Hood Skibowl
87000 US-26
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Mt. Hood Meadows
14040 OR-35
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Ski and winter gear
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Mountain Sports
68200 US-26
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Ski and winter gear

Golf

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Three Nines Golf Course
68010 E Fairway Ave
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