Government Camp
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Glade Trail
Government Camp, Oregon
6.35 mi
/ 2159 ft gain
Glade Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Government Camp, Oregon.
Government Camp to Enid Lake Loop via Maggie's Tie
Government Camp, Oregon
2.48 mi
/ 302 ft gain
Government Camp to Enid Lake Loop via Maggie's Tie is a loop trail that takes you by a lake and is good for all skill levels located near Government Camp, Oregon.
Mirror Lake Trail
Government Camp, Oregon
4.5
4.09 mi
/ 810 ft gain
I 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 driving to Trillium, I remember passing the Mirror Lake trailhead, and decided that I’d head back ther...
Snowshoe Tom, Dick, and Harry
Government Camp, Oregon
5.0
8 mi
/ 1710 ft gain
Your day of adventure will start at the Skibowl West parking lot. Unfortunately, due to snowplowing, the roadside parking to the Mirror Lake trailhead is covered in snow. If you are doing this hike in the summer, be sure to check out this adventure: Climb Tock, Dick, and Harry Mountain!After you park at Skibowl West, head back down the highway towards the Mirror Lake Trailhead. Depending on whe...
Tom Dick and Harry Mountain
Government Camp, Oregon
5.0
8.28 mi
/ 1726 ft gain
Looking 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 Lake along one of the most popular and easily accessible trails in Oregon. There will be families, kid...
Crosstown Trail
Government Camp, Oregon
5.23 mi
/ 656 ft gain
Crosstown Trail is an out-and-back trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Government Camp, Oregon.
Camp at Trillium Lake
Government Camp, Oregon
4.5
The reflection of Mt. Hood on the lake makes this trip definitely worth the visit.Try to arrive during the day so you can watch the sunset. For photographers, the south side of the lake is an amazing spot to take photos, especially on a windless day. For those looking to kayak or fish, there is also boat launch area.There are plenty of trees along the lakeside that are perfect for setting up a ...
Snowshoe or Cross-Country Ski to Trillium Lake
Government Camp, Oregon
5.0
3.6 mi
Starting at the parking lot for Trillium Lake located right off of Highway 26, go past the locked gate and begin walking downhill. After about a mile, you will see a fork in the road. Either way will eventually take you to the lake, but going left will be much quicker and take you to the best spot to see Mt. Hood in the background. Keep going down this path and you will eventually see what look...
Hike to Little Zig Zag Falls
Rhododendron, Oregon
5.0
0.66 mi
/ 131 ft gain
The 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.
The short 1/3rd of a mile hike along the Little Zig Zag River starts at an easy to access parking lot...
Places to stay
Government Camp, Oregon
Still Creek
Overview
Still Creek Campground lies in the shadows of majestic Mt. Hood, in Oregon's Mt. Hood National Forest. It is one of the closest ...
Government Camp, Oregon
Trillium
Overview
Trillium Lake Campground is a beautiful and popular campground not far from the quaint town of Government Camp. It provides spec...
Rhododendron, Oregon
Camp Creek
Overview
The Camp Creek Campground sits next to a babbling forest creek in the country's scenic Pacific Northwest region. The campground ...
Government Camp, Oregon
Frog Lake
Overview
Frog Lake Campground is a beautiful and somewhat rustic campground on Frog Lake. It provides access to enjoyable outdoor activit...
Rhododendron, Oregon
Lost Creek
Overview
Lost Creek Campground is a fully accessible campground allowing anyone access to campsites, fishing and a paved nature trail tha...
Rhododendron, Oregon
Riley Horse Campground
Overview
Riley Campground is an equestrian facility located northwest of Oregon's majestic Mt. Hood. Horse corrals are tucked into the fo...
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