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Recreation Region: Hood River Ranger District

Vista Ridge Trailhead

No amenities. A popular trailhead to access the Mount Hood Wilderness with room for up to 10 cars.

Provides access to: Vista Ridge Trail #626 and Mount Hood Wilderness.

General Information

June

Open 24 hours/day

No fees are required for this site

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 45.4622

Longitude: -121.7068

Directions

From Hood River - drive south on Hwy 281 (Dee Hwy) for 13 miles. Turn right at a sign for Dee and Lost Lake. Immediately bear to the left, following signs for Lost Lake. After 8 miles turn left on Road 18 (Lolo Pass) and continue for 3 more miles. Turn left again on Road 16. After 5.5 miles, turn right onto Road 1650 and follow to trailhead. Caution: the last .5 mile of road is very rough.

Facility and Amenity Information

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at this site.

Water

Potable water is not available at this site.

Recreation Opportunities

Last updated April 1st, 2025