Top Spur Trailhead


This trail accesses the west side of the Mount Hood Wilderness from the Lolo Pass area. Qualities of the trail itself include wildflowers in June and huckleberries in late August. It is a heavily visited hiking area. Hikers can connect to the Timberline Trail from Top Spur Trail, which has outstanding views of Mt. Hood.

Capacity for around 10 medium-sized vehicles.

Provides access to: Top Spur Trail, which enters Mount Hood Wilderness. Can also connect from Top Spur Trail to Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail #2000.
Amenities: Picnic table; toilet; interpretive sign; garbage can Maintained May 1st - October 31st

At a Glance

Fees: $5/vehicle/day from May 1st to October 31st.
Permit Info: Free, self-issued wilderness permits are required at this trailhead between May 15 and October 15 annually.
Usage: Heavy
Restrictions: Restrictions apply in Mount Hood Wilderness.
Closest Towns: Welches, OR
Water: No
Restroom: 1 toilet (during summer)
Passes: Recreation Passes may be used as a form of fee payment.
Operated By: Forest Service
Information Center: Zigzag Ranger District: (503) 622-3191

General Information

Directions:

From Portland, OR - Take US Hwy 26 17.5 miles east of Sandy and turn left at E Lolo Pass Road (Forest Road 18) and travel 4 miles. Turn right at Forest Road 1825 and travel 0.7 mile. Continue straight onto Forest Road 1828 for 5.6 miles beyond turnoff to Riley Campground and Lost Creek Campground. Keep right at the fork and continue onto graveled Forest Road 1828-118. Drive 1.6 miles to the trailhead on your right.  


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Activities

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Location

 
  Latitude : 
45.407694

  Longitude : 
-121.785864