Mount Hood National Forest, United States

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Alternative names: Visitors per year: 4.4 mil.Elevation: 3930 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 45°19'26"N, 121°50'13"W
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Mount Hood National Forest Top Attractions

Mount Hood National Forest Attractions - What to See and Explore

Mount Hood National Forest offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Mirror Lake, Little Crater Lake, Olallie Scenic Area, Silcox Hut. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

  • mirror lake mount hood national forest
    Natural attraction • Lake • Hiking trail

    Mirror Lake

    Mirror Lake is a mountain lake in Clackamas County of the U.S. state of Oregon. It is located at the foot of Tom Dick and Harry Mountain in a natural catchment formed by a toe of the mountain, 11.4 kilometres southwest of Mount Hood, and 3.1 kilometres WSW of Government Camp within Mount Hood National Forest.

  • little crater lake mount hood national forest
    Nature • Natural attraction • Lake

    Little Crater Lake

    Little Crater Lake is a spring-fed lake in the Mount Hood National Forest in Clackamas County, Oregon, United States. It is named after Crater Lake, also in Oregon.

  • olallie scenic area mount hood national forest
    Nature • Natural attraction • Lake

    Olallie Scenic Area

    Olallie Scenic Area is a United States Forest Service designated scenic area located in Oregon's Cascade Range. It is between Mount Hood on the north and Mount Jefferson to the south and contains Olallie Lake along with several smaller lakes.

  • silcox hut mount hood national forest
    Hiking • View point • Alpine hut

    Silcox Hut

    The Silcox Hut is a small rustic mid-mountain lodge located at 6,950 feet elevation on Mount Hood, Oregon, United States. It is approximately 1,000 feet vertical above Timberline Lodge and roughly one mile distance directly up the mountain.

  • mount defiance mount hood national forest
    Nature • Natural attraction • Mountain

    Mount Defiance

    Mount Defiance is a peak near the Columbia River Gorge in the US state of Oregon. It rises to an elevation of 5,010 feet in the Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness on the Mount Hood National Forest. The peak is in Hood River County, Oregon.

  • sherrard point mount hood national forest
    Natural attraction • Nature • Volcano

    Sherrard Point

    Larch Mountain is an extinct volcano near Portland, Oregon. The name is misleading, as no western larch can be found there. It received that name when early lumbermen sold the noble fir wood as larch.

  • tom dick and harry mountain mount hood national forest
    Nature • Natural attraction • Volcano

    Tom Dick and Harry Mountain

    Tom Dick and Harry Mountain is a two-mile-long volcanic mountain in Clackamas County in the U.S. state of Oregon. It is located 7.2 miles southwest of Mount Hood, 1.9 miles west-southwest of Government Camp between the Zigzag River and Still Creek, south of Zigzag Mountain.

  • timothy lake mount hood national forest
    Nature • Natural attraction • Lake

    Timothy Lake

    Timothy Lake is a lake about 50 miles southeast of Portland, Oregon, United States. It is in proximity to Clear Lake and an impoundment of the Oak Grove Fork Clackamas River.

  • frog lake mount hood national forest
    Nature • Natural attraction • Lake

    Frog Lake

    Frog Lake is a 10-acre lake in Wasco County, Oregon, located south of Mount Hood off U.S. Route 26 between Government Camp and Maupin. The lake is primarily used for recreational purposes, such as camping, boating, fishing, and swimming.

  • yocum falls mount hood national forest location map
    Nature • Natural attraction • Waterfall

    Yocum Falls

    Yocum Falls, is a waterfall located in the heart of the Mount Hood National Forest, in Clackamas County, in the U.S. state of Oregon.

  • bagby hot springs mount hood national forest
    Natural attraction • Park • Hot springs

    Bagby Hot Springs

    The Bagby Hot Springs are natural hot springs located in the Mount Hood National Forest about 67 miles southeast of Portland, Oregon, United States and about 98 miles east of Salem, Oregon.

  • lake harriet mount hood national forest location map
    Nature • Natural attraction • Lake

    Lake Harriet

    Lake Harriet is a reservoir in Clackamas County of the U.S. state of Oregon. It is an impoundment of the Oak Grove Fork Clackamas River, located 75 kilometres southeast of Portland and 31 kilometres southwest of Government Camp.

  • tumala mountain mount hood national forest location map
    Nature • Natural attraction • Mountain

    Tumala Mountain

    Tumala Mountain is part of the Clackamas Foothills near Mount Hood in the U.S. state of Oregon. It is located in Mount Hood National Forest, near the city of Estacada. The summit has an elevation of 4,773 feet.

  • bull run lake mount hood national forest
    Nature • Natural attraction • Lake

    Bull Run Lake

    Bull Run Lake is a reservoir, an impoundment of the Bull Run River in the U.S. state of Oregon. Providing part of the primary drinking water supply for Portland, Oregon, it rates highly as an oligotrophic lake, a very clean source of water.

  • clear lake mount hood national forest
    Nature • Natural attraction • Lake

    Clear Lake

    Clear Lake is a mountain lake 53 miles southeast of Portland, Oregon, United States in Mount Hood National Forest. It can be seen from flights in the region as a bird-shaped body of water.

  • palmer glacier mount hood national forest
    Nature • Natural attraction • Natural feature

    Palmer Glacier

    Palmer Glacier is a glacier on the south slopes of Mount Hood in the U.S. state of Oregon. The glacier is situated at an elevation range of 9,300 to 6,200 feet, and was named for Joel Palmer, an Oregon pioneer.

  • lost lake mount hood national forest
    Nature • Lake

    Lost Lake

    Lost Lake is a lake in Mount Hood National Forest 16.2 kilometres northwest of Mount Hood in Hood River County in the U.S. state of Oregon. It is 34.4 kilometres southwest of Hood River, a 26.4-mile drive. The lake is bounded on the east by 4,468-foot Lost Lake Butte and on the southwest by 4,556-foot Preachers Peak.

  • summit lake mount hood national forest location map
    Nature • Natural attraction • Lake

    Summit Lake

    There are 7 lakes named Summit Lake in the U.S. state ...

  • fish lake mount hood national forest location map
    Nature • Natural attraction • Lake

    Fish Lake

    Fish Lake is a teardrop-shaped lake in Marion County, Oregon, United States. Fish Lake lies at an elevation of 4265 feet. It is in the northern section of the Olallie Scenic Area. Squirrel Creek flows out of the northern part of this lake.

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Mount Hood National Forest – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Mount Hood National Forest, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Portland Art Museum (Portland), Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (Portland), Washington Park (Portland).

  • portland art museum43 milesW
    Asian, American and Native American art

    Portland Art Museum, Portland

    Nestled in the heart of Portland, Oregon, the Portland Art Museum is a cultural beacon that attracts art enthusiasts from around the world. Established in 1892, it is the oldest art museum in the Pacific Northwest and boasts an impressive collection that spans across...

  • oregon museum of science and industry portland42 milesW
    Museum, Science museum

    Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, Portland

    Nestled in the heart of Portland, the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, commonly known as OMSI, stands as a beacon of learning and discovery. This premier science center in the Pacific Northwest offers a rich tapestry of interactive exhibits, hands-on activities...

  • washington park portland44 milesW
    Park

    Washington Park, Portland

    Nestled in the verdant heart of Portland, Oregon, Washington Park stands as a tranquil refuge and a hub of outdoor activity for locals and tourists alike. Encompassing over 410 acres, this urban oasis offers a blend of nature, history, and recreation.

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    Scenic natural area with steep falls

    Multnomah Falls, Washougal

    Nestled in the lush landscape of the Pacific Northwest, Multnomah Falls is a breathtaking natural wonder that draws visitors from around the globe. This majestic waterfall is located in the Columbia River Gorge, just a short drive east of Portland, Oregon, and within...

  • oregon historical society portland43 milesW
    Museum, Art museum, History museum

    Oregon Historical Society, Portland

    Nestled in the heart of Portland, the Oregon Historical Society is a cultural gem that offers visitors a profound journey through the rich tapestry of Oregon's past. This esteemed museum, dedicated to preserving and showcasing the diverse history of the state, stands...

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Best Time To Visit Mount Hood National Forest

Learn when is the best time to travel to Mount Hood National Forest weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

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January is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in February, March and December.

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January, February and March.

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in July. Most of it rains in January and December.

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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What are the top attractions to visit in Mount Hood National Forest?

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What is the best time to visit Mount Hood National Forest?

January is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in February, March and December. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January, February and March.

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