Tygh Valley, Oregon
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Top Hiking Spots in and near Tygh Valley
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Government Camp, Oregon
Trillium Lake
4.91.89 mi / 108 ft gainTrillium Lake is a popular camp spot at the base of Mount Hood. It's known for it's scenery, abundant recreational activities, and is family friendly. Boating, swimming and fishing are quite popular on the 63 acre lake. There is a small boat ramp within the campground and a larger ramp available ...Read more -
Clackamas County, Oregon
Little Crater Lake to Timothy Lake Campground
3.42 mi / 338 ft gainLittle Crater Lake to Timothy Lake Campground is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Government Camp, Oregon.Read more -
Government Camp, Oregon
Mirror Lake Trail
4.54.09 mi / 810 ft gainI was out doing the Ramona Falls hike, and I decided that I needed to find a lake that provided me with a great view of Mt Hood. My first stop was Trillium Lake, but with that being a “drive up” lake, there were tons of people. Tons of people only means one thing…turbulent waters! As I was dr...Read more -
Government Camp, Oregon
Tom Dick and Harry Mountain
5.08.28 mi / 1726 ft gainLooking to score those iconic photos of Mt. Hood? Climb the well-graded trail to Tom Dick and Harry Mountain, one of the most accessible summit hikes to Portlanders, and see where they were all taken. Starting from the busy Mirror Lake Trailhead, climb roughly 900 feet and 1.5 miles to Mirror La...Read more -
Government Camp, Oregon
Veda Lake Trail
4.02.5 mi / 748 ft gainThis hike starts at the Fir Tree Trailhead and is an out and back 2.8 mile round trip. It's short, but there's 660 feet of elevation gain. To start, you climb steeply then it's an easy hike to a beautiful viewpoint overlooking the lake. The trail descends via switchbacks down to the lake for the ...Read more -
Rhododendron, Oregon
Little Zig Zag Falls
5.00.66 mi / 131 ft gainThe hike along Little Zig Zag River is definitely one of Oregon's hidden gems. Although the waterfall isn't as highly rated in comparison to other impressive falls like Multnomah Falls, Abiqua Falls, or Bridal Viel Falls, it is still quite the sight to see, and most definitely worth the visit. T...Read more -
Clackamas County, Oregon
Bike the Timothy Lake Trail
4.515 miLocated about 2 hours outside of Portland, Timothy lake is a great home base to adventure from. It has many campgrounds, lots of lake access and great loop around the lake that is open to both hiking and Mt biking. While the hiking loop is 13 miles, the Mt. bike loop is 15 since you need to make ...Read more -
Mount Hood, Oregon
McNeil Point via Top Spur Trailhead
4.97.17 mi / 2428 ft gainThe hike to McNeil Point begins at Top Spur Trailhead, in the Mt. Hood National Wilderness. Follow signs for McNeil Point along the Pacific Crest and Timberline Trails heading north. Though there are numerous camping opportunities along the way (most of the route follows the PCT), an old stone s...Read more -
Mount Hood, Oregon
Hike to Sandy Glacier Caves
4.512.5 mi / 2800 ft gainThe hike to the caves begins at Top Spur Trailhead. The hike to McNeil Point is 5.4 miles one way, and 2200 feet of elevation gain. The trail starts in the forest, but will eventually open up to views of Mt Hood, as well as St. Helens, Adams and Rainier on a clear day.There is a shortcut up to Mc...Read more -
Mount Hood, Oregon
Timberline Loop Trail via the Top Spur Trail
4.02.26 mi / 627 ft gainStarting at the parking area, cross the dirt road to start hiking up from the Top Spur Trailhead. In 0.4 miles you will reach the Pacific Crest Trail intersection, take a right onto the Pacific Crest Trail. In a couple hundred feet you will reach a larger intersection of a bunch of different trai...Read more -
Rhododendron, Oregon
Burnt Lake and Zigzag Mountain
5.012.27 mi / 3225 ft gainAfter getting your back country permit from a park ranger, you can park your car and head up Zigzag Mountain. There's a tiny 'parking lot' (lot of dirt) where you park that's right by the trailhead. The hike up to the campsites is roughly 4 miles, and it is all uphill. Not only are you surrounde...Read more -
Rhododendron, Oregon
Devil's Peak Lookout
3.02.62 mi / 600 ft gainThe Trail: This hike is one of the 2 routes that lead to the lookout, and the shorter of the two. It requires more driving to get to the trailhead than the other, but less walking, so if that sounds appealing to you, you have come to the right place! First, you'll be greeted by a dense forest w...Read more -
Rhododendron, Oregon
Ramona Falls Loop
4.77.17 mi / 1148 ft gainI'd been wanting to do this hike for quite a while, and when I found work taking me to Portland, I made my return trip through the Mt. Hood wilderness area. I started this Hike from the Ramona Falls trailhead, which is the most popular starting point. The easiest way to find the trailhead, is t...Read more -
Hood River, Oregon
Punchbowl Falls
4.50.42 mi / 92 ft gainGetting to Punchbowl Falls is a super quick hike to a fun cliff-jumping swimming hole and waterfall. Be careful hiking the steep trail to the falls. Make use of the rope. Be VERY careful approaching the edge of the cliff higher up and know your limits when it comes to jumping. Always walk down a...Read more -
Mosier, Oregon
McCall Point
4.03.56 mi / 1168 ft gainThe trail begins at the Rowena Crest Overlook on the Old Columbia River Highway between Hood River and the Dalles. Park at the Rowena Overlook, and you find the trail on the south side of the area. Follow the trail to the top of McCall Point. The trail is fairly level at first but then climbs ste...Read more -
Cascade Locks, Oregon
Lost Lake Butte Trail
3.53.51 mi / 1302 ft gainThis is a great hike for those who are visiting Lost Lake. There's a steady 1200ft elevation climb all the way to the summit, so the hike will give you a good workout, but is worth it in the end. To begin this hike, make your way to the Lost Lake Campground Amphitheater Stage (off of NF Dev RD ...Read more