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Displaying 176 - 200 of 267Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Day Use Area
Area is wheelchair accessible adjacent to Kinnikinnick (Laurance Lake) Campground. The location offers vault toilets. There is a boat ramp nearby.
Located on Laurance Lake, this area is a natural attraction all its own. With incredible lake views, regular sightings of bald eagles, and rock and hill formations that surround…
Knebal Springs Trailhead
The trailhead is located within Knebal Springs Campground on Forest Road 44. Be aware of mountain bikers and horse groups as these are the most frequent users of this trail. The trail leaves the campground from the east side of the campground. There is spring-fed water in the campground for horse use only.
Capacity for 15 vehicles. Restroom…
Lakeshore Trailhead
Restroom and garbage facilities are available. Day use areas are within walking distance of this trailhead with lake access.
Provides access to: Lakeshore Trail #656 and Lakeshore Express Trail near…
Laurance Lake High Ridge Trailhead
This trailhead accesses the Laurance Lake High Ridge Trail. No amenities are available at this trailhead. The parking lot can accommodate 6 to 8 cars.
Little Zigzag Falls Trailhead
Provides access to: Little Zigzag Falls Trail #795C
Vault toilets available and maintained May 1 - October 31.
Lost Lake Butte Trailhead
No amenities available immediately surrounding the trailhead. Access Lost Lake Butte trail and Old Skyline trail from this trailhead. Parking is available just to the south of the trailhead.
Mazama Trailhead
No amenities are available at this trailhead. Capacity for around 10 small vehicles. Provides access to: Mazama Trail, which enters Mount Hood Wilderness.
McCubbins Gulch Picnic Site
This picnic area is within the McCubbins Gulch OHV Area. A few picnic tables are available as well as a vault toilet in the adjacent campground. Parking for 8 single vehicles.
McCubbins Gulch OHV Riding Area, located approximately 50 miles southeast of…
McCubbins Overflow Campground
Adjacent to McCubbuns Gulch, this campground is found within the McCubbins Gulch OHV area's designated trail system. Campers are likely to hear and see OHV enthusiasts during their stay. This campground is near the Warm Springs Tribal Lands. Remember, tribal land is private land! Be sure not to trespass.
Mcgee Creek Trailhead
No amenities at this trailhead. Capacity for about 5 small vehicles in parking area. Provides access to: Mcgee Creek Trail #627 and Mount Hood Wilderness.
Mirror Lake Trailhead
A new parking lot and plaza area was finished in the fall of 2018, located immediately adjacent to Skibowl West along Highway 26 near Government Camp. The plaza area includes vaulted toilets, picnic table, information kiosk, bike racks, and trash receptacle.
The parking area contains 2 accessible parking spaces and 49 regular parking spaces. The trailhead is located behind the restroom.…
Mt. Defiance South Trailhead
No amenities. Trailhead is a pullout along the road that will accommodate 4 to 5 vehicles. Road to trailhead is rough and dusty.
Provides access to: Mt. Defiance Trail #413, Bear Lake Trail 413A, …
Oak Ridge Trailhead
No amenities. It is a large trailhead that will accommodate horse trailers with a loop drive through.
Provides access to: Oak Ridge Trail #688A
Olallie Lake Day Use Area/Picnic Site
Olallie Lake Day Use Area, with its views of Olallie Lake and Mt. Jefferson in the background, is located adjacent to the Olallie Lake Resort. It is popular for picnicking, fishing, and non-motorized boating.
Contact the Olallie Lake Resort for reservation info for cabins and yurts. Campgrounds are not reservable and are first come, first served. Note: the…
Olallie Meadows Cabin
The historic Olallie Meadows Cabin was built in 1910; it is closed for restoration.
Old Growth Trailhead
The Old Growth Trailhead provides access to the Old Growth Trail, a short, barrier-free trail that travels through old-growth forest near Lost Lake. Old Growth Trail is accessed from Lakeshore Express Trail #658.
Provides access to: …
Old Salmon River Trailhead
The Old Salmon River Trailhead is the first pullout beyond the Forest boundary. This trail is very kid-friendly. Only 1.9 miles long, it parallels the wild and scenic Salmon River. Although this trail is near the road, the constant sound of the river, as well as the old growth features of the forest, make this one of the most outstanding hikes on the Zigzag District.
Vault toilets available and…
Old Skyline - Lost Lake Trailhead
The trailhead is on the 1340 Forest Road at the south end of Lost Lake Campground. There is room for 5 cars and there are toilets within 100 yards. The campground is to the north. The Old Skyline Trail is a slightly more difficult trail, Its is 2.5 miles long and It connects the Lake Branch of the Cascades trail…
Timothy Lake - Pine Point Day Use
Pine Point Day Use Area is located on the shores of Timothy Lake in the shadow of Oregon's Mt. Hood. It is a beautiful place for fishing, picnicking, swimming, or starting a hike or bike ride on a nearby trail. The area is accessible.
Pine Point Boat Ramp Boating Site
Pine Point Day Use Area and Boat Ramp is located on the shores of Timothy Lake in the shadow of Mt. Hood. It is a beautiful place for fishing, picnicking, swimming, or starting a hike or bike ride on a nearby trail. Area is accessible.
Pinnacle Ridge Trailhead
High clearance vehicles recommended for Laurance Lake road
Trailhead is located at the end of the 2840 Forest Road. No amenities and will accommodate 5+ small vehicles.
Provides access to: Pinnacle Ridge Trail #630 within Mount Hood Wilderness.
Pioneer Bridle Trailhead
Pioneer Bridle Trailhead can be used to access the Pioneer Bridle Trail, which is a major mountain bike route. However, most recreators park at Glacier View Trailhead (3,600’) to access this trail.
Pioneer Bridle Trail descends most of its length to Tollgate Trailhead (1,800’) and connects the towns…
Pioneer Woman's Grave Trailhead
No amenities at this location. Capacity for 5+ small vehicles. This trailhead is located on the historic Barlow Road with quick access to many historic markers including a sign describing the name of the trailhead. Though not encouraged, many people leave stones near where the pioneer woman's grave is believed to be.
Provides access to: …
Plaza Lake Trailhead
The Plaza Lake Trailhead will lead to the short trail to Plaza Lake on the south side of the Salmon-Huckleberry Wilderness. Along the trail to this mountain lake, there are great views of Mount Hood.
Provides access to: Plaza Lake Trail #788 which enters Salmon-…
Ramona Falls Trailhead
The Ramona Falls Trailhead provides access to numerous trails including the Sandy River, Ramona Falls and Pacific Crest Trails. By combining all three of these trails, visitors can make the Ramona Falls Loop through the Mount Hood Wilderness.
Ramona Falls is a jewel drawing visitors to the area. The Sandy River, a designated Wild and Scenic River, is a dramatic example of the forces that a glacial fed…