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    Top Spots in and near Tygh Valley

    • Maupin, Oregon

      White River Falls

      4.4
      0.78 mi / 177 ft gain
      White River Falls is perfect for those looking for an easy hike with great rewards. From the parking lot, it is a brisk walk to a view point, where you can immediately take in the gorgeous falls! To get down to the bottom of the falls, turn left and begin walking down the trail. You will cross a...
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    • Maupin, Oregon

      Explore White River Falls State Park

      White River Falls is located 35 miles south of The Dalles and 4.5 miles east of Tygh Valley. With only a short walk from the parking area to the viewing area and trails leading down to the water.White River Falls, which is the furthest upstream, drops about 75 feet with multiple channels, and at ...
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    • Maupin, Oregon

      Fly-Fishing the Lower Deschutes River

      5.0
      Spending a day on the lower Deschutes is as rewarding as it gets for a fly-fisherman. The canyon is incredibly beautiful, and the fish are some of the most colorful and athletic you can catch.The mighty Deschutes River is a stunning, blue-ribbon river where people come to fly-fish from around the...
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    • High Prairie Trailhead, Oregon

      Lookout Mountain via High Prairie Trailhead

      2.69 mi / 531 ft gain
      Lookout Mountain should be the most popular destination in Oregon given its views to effort ratio. Mount Hood seems close enough to reach out and touch from the open, rocky summit, and views extend from the Three Sisters in the south to Mount Rainier to the north. While the hike is popular in the...
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    • Mount Hood, Oregon

      Snowshoe to Tamanawas Falls

      4.5
      3.6 mi / 590 ft gain
      Starting at the Sherwood Trailhead, follow the sign towards Tamanwas Falls. You will walk through the woods towards the river, and cross it on the log bridge. After crossing the creek, you will begin to head uphill. Keep going this way through the woods for nearly 2 miles, and you will reach the ...
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    • Mount Hood, Oregon

      Tamanawas Falls

      4.4
      3.37 mi / 722 ft gain
      This easy trail in the Mt Hood National Forest has a journey just as lovely as the destination. The hike follows closely along the banks of Cold Spring Creek, up through a massive boulder field, and finally arrives at the 150ft tall Tamanawas Hiking directions: Starting at the East Fork- Tamanaw...
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    • Hood River County, Oregon

      Camp at Elk Meadows

      4.5
      4.5 mi / 1200 ft gain
      This is a great trip for those who are new to backpacking. The hike to the quiet, peaceful Elk Meadows is relatively short, but the Newton Creek crossing presents enough difficulty to make this a fun and challenging adventure.Start at the Hood River Meadows Trailhead parking lot. Though there are...
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    • National Forest Development Road 3550, Oregon

      Snowshoe/Ski Bennett Pass Sno Park

      5.1 mi / 900 ft gain
      With easy parking right off Hwy 35 on the east side of Mt Hood, Bennett Pass is a perfect destination for a straightforward lap on cross country skis, snowshoes or accessing easy backcountry terrain for skiers and boarders.  Bennett Pass Road is a well-graded 5.1 mile out-and-back with several tr...
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    • Mount Hood, Oregon

      Dry Fly Fishing the East Fork of Hood River

      4.0
      This river may be a bit under the radar at the moment but not for long.  This section doesn't have the big fish, that the main fork of the Hood River does but it will keep you busy with modest active trout perfect for a 3 or 5 weight rod in the summer time and a dry fly.   It's a great beginner &...
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    • Mount Hood, Oregon

      Snowshoe Mt. Hood's White River

      5.0
      4 mi / 800 ft gain
      The White River West Sno-Park is a hub of winter activities at Mt. Hood. At 4200', this area is easily accessed directly off of Route 35. The large parking lot fills up quickly on snowy weekends so arrive early to get a spot and make sure that you have an Oregon Sno-Park Permit*.The White River r...
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    • Mount Hood, Oregon

      Snowshoe to Umbrella Falls

      0.5 mi / 100 ft gain
      Just 66 miles east of Portland, and 35 miles south of Hood River the infamous Mt Hood breaks through the clouds for all to see. The highest peak of Oregon is the ultimate explorer's paradise offering something for every season... and in this case we mean snow shoeing and hiking!!Our trek begins ...
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    • White River West Sno-Park, Oregon

      Snowshoe Pacific Crest Trail at White River West

      3.4 mi / 800 ft gain
      Park at White River West Sno-Park. Walk to the north end of the parking lot. Start a very brief way up the White River Trail. After 100-200 feet, step off the main trail, to your left, and head into the woods for some solitude. To get to the Pacific Crest Trail, look for the blue diamond trail ma...
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    • Mount Hood, Oregon

      Snowshoe to the Tilly Jane A-Frame

      5.0
      2.7 mi / 1900 ft gain
      Built in the 1930's, the Tilly Jane A-Frame sits on the North side of Mount Hood at around 6,000ft. The cabin is very popular during winter months as it is located only 1,000ft below the tree line and offers beautiful snowshoeing, hiking, skiing and snowboarding opportunities, yet is also a popul...
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    • Government Camp, Oregon

      Camp at Clear Lake

      4.0
      Located just 1.5 Hours from Portland and on the east side of clear lake, this campground offers multiple water activities such as Kayaking, SUP, Fishing, and Swimming. What's great about this campground is that the sites are large and are shaded by the old growth trees which makes it feel more s...
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    • Mount Hood, Oregon

      Cooper Spur

      5.0
      6.87 mi / 3097 ft gain
      Cooper Spur is located on the north east side of Mount Hood. This is the hike to do if you want to get up close and personal with the mountain. To get there you have to drive around 10 miles up a bumpy dirt road, once off the main road. Low-clearance vehicles can make it but high clearance vehic...
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    • Government Camp, Oregon

      Climb the Mt. Hood Summit

      4.8
      7 mi / 5239 ft gain
      Starting at 6,000 ft of elevation at Timberline Lodge, start your climb up the south side of Mt. Hood. If you head out at noon, in 6 hours you can make it about an hour past the last ski lift, called Palmer, where you can set up camp for the night. You may need to dig out a flat spot for your ten...
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    Camping and Lodging in Tygh Valley

    Rock Creek (Or)
    Tygh Valley, Oregon

    Rock Creek (Or)

    Fivemile Butte Lookout
    Dufur, Oregon

    Fivemile Butte Lookout

    Bear Springs Group Campground
    Maupin, Oregon

    Bear Springs Group Campground

    Sherwood Campground
    Oregon 35

    Sherwood Campground

    Nottingham Campground
    Oregon 35

    Nottingham Campground

    Frog Lake
    Government Camp, Oregon

    Frog Lake

    Guides, Insights and Stories from Tygh Valley

    Rafting the Lower Deschutes

    Rafting the Lower Deschutes

    Ben Kitching