Elk Cove Trailhead
High clearance vehicles recommended for Laurence Lake road
This trailhead provides capacity for10-12 cars. No amenities are provided at this trailhead. Provides access to: Elk Cove Trail #631 within Mount Hood Wilderness. This trailhead gets lighter use.
At a Glance
Current Conditions: | Status as of 11/6/2023: The 2840 road has washed out where it crosses the Eliot Branch. It has been gated near the forest boundary and settling pond (45.463003, -121.626759). |
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Open Season: | June |
Usage: | Light |
Closest Towns: | Hood River, OR |
Water: | No |
Restroom: | No |
Operated By: | Forest Service |
General Information
Directions:From Hood River, OR take Oregon Hwy 35 south 15 miles to the town of Mount Hood. Turn right at Oregon Hwy 281 (Cooper Spur Rd), near milepost 85, and travel 2 miles to the town of Parkdale. From the center of Parkdale, go south on Clear Creek Road (across from McIsaacs Store) and travel approximately 2.7 mi to Laurance Lake Road (Forest Road 2840). Go right (west) on Laurence Lake Road approx 4.2 miles to Kinnickinick Campground at Laurance Lake. Just west of Kinnickinick Campground, leave the pavement, turn left and head south onto Forest Road 2840 for approximately 1.1 miles to the trailhead starting at Forest Road 2840-650.