Timberline Trail
A strenuous 41-mile backpack with 8,600 feet of elevation gain that circumnavigates Mount Hood. Enjoy great views while hiking varied terrain around one of the Pacific Northwest's iconic volcanoes.
getting there
Take I-5 to approximately 15 mi north of the Oregon state line to I-205 bypass around Portland to US 26. Travel east on US 26 for about 50 mi. Just past Government Camp turn left at Timberline Lodge turnoff. Drive 8 mi and park in lodge parking lot.
- Suitable Activities: Backpacking
- Seasons: July, August, September, October
- Weather: View weather forecast
- Difficulty: Strenuous
- Length: 41.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 8,600 ft
- 7,350 ft
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Land Manager:
Mount Hood National Forest
Mount Hood Wilderness, Hood River Ranger District (MHNF)
- Parking Permit Required: Northwest Forest Pass
- Recommended Party Size: 12
- Maximum Party Size: 12
- Maximum Route/Place Capacity: 12
Map
- Green Trails Mount Hood Climbing No. 462S
- Green Trails Government Camp No. 461
- Green Trails Mount Hood No. 462
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