Official websites use .gov
A .gov
website belongs to an official government organization in the
United States.
Secure .gov websites use HTTPS
A lock
(
) or https:// means you've safely
connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only
on official, secure websites.
Timothy Lake- West Shore Trailhead
Timothy Lake is in the shadow of Oregon's Mt. Hood. The surrounding forest setting offers spectacular views, several trails for exploration and abundant fishing. Provides access to: Timothy Lake Trail #528.
Vault restroom, picnic tables, parking and informational kiosks available. There is also a non-motorized boat launch. Parking area capacity is for 20 medium-sized vehicles (vehicles over 30 feet are not permitted.)
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Closed for the 2021 summer season. Will reopen during spring season 2022. |
|---|---|
| Reservations: | Day Use Only - not a reserveable site. |
| Fees: |
|
| Open Season: | 05/27/2022 - 09/24/2022 |
| Usage: | Heavy |
| Closest Towns: | Government Camp, OR |
| Water: | No |
| Restroom: | Vault Toilet (1) |
| Passes: | NW Forest Pass or Interagency Pass is acceptable in lieu of day use fee. |
| Operated By: | Concessionaire |
| Information Center: | Zaigzag Ranger District, (503) 622-3191 |
General Information
Directions:From Government Camp, OR - follow US-26 east for about 11.5 miles. Then go right onto Forest Road 42/Oregon Skyline Road. Follow Forest Road 42 for about 8.3 miles. Then take Forest Road 57 towards Timothy Lake for about 3.5 miles to the PGE West- Dam trailhead.
Activities
Boating - Motorized
Recreation areas with activity Boating - Motorized: Boating in Timothy Lake. 10 mph speed limit for motorized boats. An artificial lake, it has many developed campgrounds, and is one of a few lakes on the Mt. Hood National Forest that allows motorized boating.Boating - Non-Motorized
Recreation areas with activity Boating - Non-Motorized: Canoeing and boating in Timothy Lake. Boat ramps at sites located at the southern end of the lake. You can also portage to Meditation Point campground.Swimming
Recreation areas with activity Swimming: Swimming in Timothy lake.
Location