Praktische Infos
Besucher des Berges Der Hood National Forest muss über einen Erholungspass verfügen. Tageskarten kosten 5 USD pro Person und können beim Betreten des National Forest erworben werden. Winter Sno * Park-Genehmigungen kosten 7 USD pro Tag oder 10 USD für eine dreitägige Genehmigung.
Things to know before you go
- Timberline Lodge on Mt. Hood is a must-visit for film buffs: some of the most recognizable scenes in Stanley Kubrick's The Shining were filmed here.
- Wear layers, even in the summertime, as temperatures can be significantly cooler in the forest than in the nearby Willamette Valley.
- If you’re visiting outside of the summer, you should bring snow chains.
- Cell phone service is limited in much of the forest.
How to get there
While there is a bus that connects Mt. Hood to the nearby community of Sandy, you need to rent a car or join or tour if you want to explore the rest of the Mt. Hood National Forest. You can reach the forest from Portland on US Route 26, while Oregon Route 35 connects the forest to Hood River, just east of the Columbia Gorge.
When to get there
Mt. Hood National Forest is very much a summertime destination, and you won’t have to worry about snow closures if you come during this season. It’s also the best time for camping, hiking, and swimming in the forest’s many alpine lakes. Mt. Hood is usually open to skiers and snowboarders from mid-November through May.
The Columbia River Gorge
If you’re coming from Portland, it’s worth combining a trip to the Mt. Hood National Forest with a visit to the Columbia River Gorge. This scenic region along the Columbia River is known for wooded hiking trails, epic viewpoints, and some of the prettiest waterfalls in the state, including the tallest of them all: Multnomah Falls.
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