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Recreation Region: Zigzag Ranger District

Paradise Park Trailhead

The Paradise Park Trailhead accesses Paradise Park Trail #778 and the west side of the Mount Hood Wilderness. It offers an outstanding view of Mount Hood while passing through meadows known for outstanding wildflowers. 

Current Conditions
Summer 2025: A valid Recreation Pass is normally required at Paradise Park Trailhead. However, due contracting delays this site does not have a toilet and other services are limited. No day use fee payment is required until further notice. Please pack out all trash you've packed in.

General Information

Summer 2025: A valid Recreation Pass is normally required at Paradise Park Trailhead. However, due contracting delays this site does not have a toilet and other services are limited. No day use fee payment is required until further notice. Please pack out all trash you've packed in.

Wilderness regulations apply in Mount Hood Wilderness.

$5/vehicle/day from May 1 to October 31.

Zigzag Ranger District office

Address: 70220 E Highway 26 Zigzag, OR 97049
Phone: (503) 622-3191
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed 12 to 1 for lunch. (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Directions

From Sandy, OR - Follow U.S. Hwy 22 miles east and turn left (north) at Kiwanis Camp Road (Forest Road 2639) (approximately 0.6 mile east of milepost 48). Travel 1.2 miles on Kiwanis Camp Road to Forest Road 2639-021. Turn left (north) onto Forest Road 2639-021 and park in the parking area near the end of the road. 

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are not available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated August 11th, 2025