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Recreation Region: Zigzag Ranger District

Ramona Falls Trailhead

The Ramona Falls Trailhead provides access to numerous trails including the Sandy River Trail, Ramona Falls Trail, and Pacific Crest Trail. By combining all three of these trails, visitors can make the Ramona Falls Loop through the Mount Hood Wilderness.

The Sandy River, a designated Wild and Scenic River, is a dramatic example of the forces that a glacially-fed river can change the landscape. Physical signs of a volcanic debris flow from over 200 years ago are evident where the trail is near the Sandy River.

Provides access to Ramona Falls Trail #797, which enters Mount Hood Wilderness.

From the Ramona Falls Trailhead, visitors take the Sandy River Trail #770 one mile eastward to where it crosses the Sandy River.  Visitors will eventually come to the Ramona Falls "loop" itself.

There is no footbridge across the Sandy River. Cross carefully or turn around if you don't feel like you can safely cross.

View the Ramona Falls Trail Guide & Map.

General Information

Wilderness restrictions apply in Mount Hood Wilderness.

  • A valid federal Recreation Pass is required from May 1 to October 31.
  • Free, self-issued wilderness permits are required between May 1 and Oct 31 when provided at a portal. 

Day Use:
Peak Season (May 1 - Oct 31):
$5 per vehicle per day
$30 per annual

$5 per vehicle per 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

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 45.38694444

Longitude: -121.8311111

Directions

From Portland, OR - follow US Highway 26 to Zigzag, OR. Turn north on Lolo Pass Road (Forest Road 18). Follow it four miles. Turn east (right) onto Forest Road 1825 and continue 0.6 miles, cross a bridge and then continue 1.7 miles to a road junction. Bear left at the junction onto Forest Road 1825-100 and drive 0.3 mile. Take a left onto Forest Road 1825-024 to a large open parking lot (0.2 mile) 

Travel Considerations

The road to Ramona Falls Trailhead is rough. Drive slowly and carefully; high-clearance vehicles recommended. 

Parking

Large parking area accommodating more than 50 vehicles. Can fill up quickly on busy summer weekends.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Yes, May 1 to Oct 31

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Horse/Pack Animal Information

Horse/Pack animals are allowed at this site.

Nearby Trails

Recreation Opportunities

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Last updated March 11, 2026