Mount Hood
Attention, nature lovers and powderhounds: Mount Hood is one of Oregon's top locations for outdoor recreation. The second-most-climbed peak in the world, the state's tallest mountain, rises more than 11,000 feet above sea level. Six ski slopes on its perennially snow-covered summits, including Timberline Lodge, provide the longest ski season in North America. The largest night skiing terrain in the nation is found at Mount Hood Skibowl, where skiing is also permitted after dark. Take a beautiful stroll or drive through the forest of the mountain during the warmer months.
More than a million acres of picturesque forests, lakes, streams, and, of course, Mount Hood, the tallest mountain in Oregon, may be found in the Mt. Hood National Forest. More than 32 slopes are available for skiing and snowboarding during the snowy season, but hiking and rock climbing are also fantastic year-round activities.
Your stay at the storied Timberline Lodge will be wonderful. There is nothing eerie about the breathtaking views of Mt. Hood or the charming rustic interior of the building, which served as the exterior for The Overlook Hotel in The Shining. In the warmer months, make sure to take the Magic Mile SkyRide to a 7,000-foot-high Mt. Hood viewpoint to take in the views. You will remember the area's natural splendor for the rest of your life, regardless of the season you visit.
Rankings:
- #3 in Best Places to Visit in Oregon
State: Oregon
