Jun 09, 2017 the lodge that became the face of the shining shares its name with a destination that belongs on the bucket list of every backpacker. Constructed from 1936 to 1938 by the works progress administration, it was built and furnished by local artisans during the great depression. I met two different groups of hikers trying to complete this loop without maps. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from april until october. This gem is nestled at 3,227 feet in the high cascades and the views of mt. The lodge that became the face of the shining shares its name with a destination that belongs on the bucket list of every backpacker. It is a great way to get out and get some exercise in the natural environment on a trail for recreational purposes. Green trails map 462s mt hood climbing map this is a fantastic map for the timberline trail. To find the return map from portland to timberline lodge mt hood oregon, begin with entering start and end locations in calculator control and click on show return map. Timberline lodge trailhead hiking in portland, oregon and.
If you choose to leave the ski area boundary, you assume the risks of backcountry travel. Map of timberline lodge hotels and attractions on a. Follow highway 26 a short distance past government camp, then turn left onto timberline road. Wyeast day lodge gravy train go lodge get back the rock realign xerces brobiwan lower brobiwan jeff flood expressaop jeff flood expressbottom west leg road.
The exact mileage of the trail varies a bit, but it is very near to 39 miles. May 14, 2014 mark geary kindly produced this map and has given it to tai for its use. Hood timberline trail trip report including the new. When parking at timberline lodge overnight, make sure to park in the clearly labeled overnight parking areas. Timberline to town trail mountain bike trail, government camp. View timberlines trail maps featuring 7 chairlifts, 1 snowcat, 41 marked trails, 1415 skiable acres, and 3690 feet of vertical. Timberline lodge is an equal opportunity employer and a service provider. Hood is a 40ish mile route that i have covered three times now. The trail is primarily used for nature trips and mountain biking. Timberline lodge is about 60 minutes east of portland. Timberline trail around mount hood oregon alltrails. The timberline trail is a classic pacific northwest trail circumnavigating mount hood with alpine vistas, waterfalls, alpine meadows and west side cascade forest. I have done it in 2011 and 2012 in one day approximately 10. Then the trail splits and the east trail goes off to the right.
List of timberline maps timberline association, inc. Timberline to town mountain bike trail in rhododendron. Hiking is one of the most enjoyable activities i can think of. Steps head up just east of timberline lodge to a sign pointing you in the direction of the mountaineer and timberline trails bobcat. It runs almost entirely through wilderness land, crossing once through mt hood meadows ski resort. The trail to timberline lake climbs about 2,000 feet in 4. While you can ride up timberline to town, it is not recommended due to conflicts with downhill riders.
Timberline to town trail to rhododendron oregon alltrails. Timberline four seasons trail map view the trails and lifts at timberline four seasons with our interactive trail map of the ski resort. The trail has several significant vertical ascents and descents totaling 9,000 feet 2,700 m, mostly at canyon crossings. Timberline does not recommend out of bounds skiing or snowboarding. Hood and generations of our families continue to come back to this special place. The fun begins immediately and doesnt end until you ride off the trail. Hiking unlike backpacking involves an outing that can be completed in a day or less.
Hood is routinely described as one of the most spectacular hiking trails in the world. View timberlines trail maps featuring 7 chairlifts, 1 snowcat, 41 marked trails, 1,415 skiable acres, and 3,690 feet of vertical. Most people seem to favor beginning at the timberline lodge parking lot and hiking. Built in 1936 and declared a national historic landmark in 1977, timberline lodge is one of oregons most popular tourist attractions, drawing nearly two million visitors every year. Park in the designated parking area when you arrive.
The timberline trail, to give some quick stats, is 40 miles even, with around 10,000. The trail essentially follows the creek the entire way up to timberline lake. At just over 40 miles in length, it completely circles oregons tallest peak with a total elevation gain of 8600ft. We were relieved to camp in cairn basin near the shelter. If packages arent picked up by winter they will return them to the sender. The incredible timberline trail, beginning at timberline lodge and circling the immense mount. Our palmer express highspeed quad lift allows us to operate later into the summer season than anyone else usually june 1st through labor day. The upper parking area is restricted to lodge guests, and clearly marked. Head west from the lodge toward the bottom of the magic mile chairlift, where the timberline to town trail begins. This is the third novel of hers that i have read and they never disappoint.
Timberline lodge 2020 all you need to know before you go. Timberline trail timberline lodge to ramona falls, or. The 22 kilometre, old timberline trail, located near nannup, south of perth, western australia, is a two day walk or one day cycle with an overnight hut on the bend of st john brook. Timberline lodge trailheadabout 14 mile off the timberline trail, the access road is two lane paved, the only place on the timberline trail with a restauraunt and other facilities cloud cap trailhead mile 25. Thankfully, the grade is only noticeably steep for the first couple miles. Much of the rest of the trail was wooded and beautiful in its own right. Scenic loop distances time multnomah falls to hood river 33 miles 40 min hood river to timberline lodge 49 miles 1hr, 10 min timberline lodge to portland 63 miles 1hr, 20 min multnomah falls round trip 146 miles 3hr, 20 min to bend, oregon via hwy26 9 4 12 7 14 3 27 6 18 7 12 11 6 16 miles to city center s a n d y r i v e r e a s t f o r k. The lodge guest rooms reflect the era of handmade furnishings and handpainted artwork.
Alternatively, you can stage a car at the timberline ski area snopark and another at one of the many government camp trail system trailheads see map. The marienville trail is a 14 mile atv trail that consists of old forest roads and railroad grades while the timberline section offers an additional 39 miles of novice friendly flat gravel and dirt roads. The course completely circles shimmering timothy lake on single track trails that are absolutely a runners dream. Includes pa trails information for atv and motorcycle use. Hood caltopo 462s mt hoodtimberline trail green trail maps permits.
Keep going west and a little up until it joins the timberline trail 400 which is also the pacific crest trail pct. Bikepark wyeast day lodge gravy train go lodge get back. The winter season typically begins early to midnovember and continues through me morial day. It has a wellstrung plot with interesting characters and a credible heroine. Timberline lodge is a mountain lodge on the south side of mount hood in clackamas county, oregon, about 60 miles 97 km east of portland. Timberline lodge to zig zag canyon oregon alltrails. Plan out your day before heading to timberline four seasons or navigate the mountain while youre at the resort with the latest timberline four seasons trail maps.
Mark geary kindly produced this map and has given it to tai for its use. Forest service, timberline lodge and ski area has been familyoperated since may 1955. Undeveloped lots, which have no street number, are identified by a preceding letter l such as in l163a. Map from portland to timberline lodge mt hood oregon. Select resorts also feature an additional trail map from partner, fatmap that provides a 3d view of the ski resort, including slope steepness and aspect, along with information on what its like. Timberline trail is another loren lockner crime thriller set in an exotic location this time the wilds of alaska.
No pass needed at timberline lodge during summerautumn. Head down to one of the lodges for a well deserved snack. Get ready for the most picturesque marathon and half marathon trail running course in the pacific northwest. It was constructed primarily by civilian conservation corps in the 1930s and encircles mount hood at or near treeline. View the timberline four seasons resort trail map before you head to the mountain to learn all about the resort and the ski and snowboard trails. The scenery at the beginning was out of this world as we descended to ramona falls.
Paradise park via timberline trail hike northwest hiker. The nearest weather station for both precipitation and temperature measurements is government c which is approximately 7 miles away and has an elevation of 3,980 feet 1,761 feet lower than timberline trail. One of many waterfalls seen from the paradise park trail. You can also try a different route while coming back by adding multiple destinations. Timberline lodge is a venerable depressionera masterpiece on the south slope of mount hood. Page discussion view source history print friendly and pdf. Aug 25, 2015 day 2 82115 ramona falls turn off miles 15. Timberline trail topo map in hood river county, oregon. Enjoy a quick rolling start to rebond with your bike, and then drop into a flowing descent that extends for miles, twisting and gliding among the trees like a slalom course on the ski slopes above you. There is a maze of trails surrounding timberline lodge, all connecting to the timberline trail no. The trails are located behind the lodge and up a paved service road about a couple hundred. View timberline s trail maps featuring 7 chairlifts, 1 snowcat, 41 marked trails, 1,415 skiable acres, and 3,690 feet of vertical. Just like many of our staff, we grew up skiing on mt. It is high quality trail but offers few bail options, and limited cell service.
Timberline lake hiking trail, leadville north, colorado. The trail is almost always very well maintained and in safe condition to hike. If you have enough energy, walk around in the lobby of timberline lodge and admire the workmanship of the handcrafted items. Park east of the lodge in one of the signed parking areas. Plan out your day before heading to timberline lodge or navigate the mountain while youre at the resort with the latest timberline lodge trail maps. This map identifies lots by their street number e911 number if one is assigned.
The trail is accessible from timberline lodge, which has forest service permitted parking which you can purchase at timberline lodge for backpackers, and numerous connecting trails. This scenic trail ranges from windy walk trail to old timber roads. Press 0 for the operator and ask for the gift store. Timberline offers the longest ski season in north america. Bike park trails the rock brobiwan f gotta go lodge get back lower brobiwan. Below are weather averages from 1971 to 2000 according to data gathered from the nearest official weather station. Our guided trips take you into the hoback region of the rocky mountains, where you can see all the big game species wyoming has to offer including elk, mule deer, big horn sheep, mountain goat, moose, mountain lion, wolves and bear.
Timberline trail around mount hood hike hiking in portland. Departing from the trailhead, trail 12 immediately leads uphill into a section of forest that was burned heavily in the 2008 cascade fire. Hood over 40 miles, many of which come fullyloaded with upcloseandpersonal views of the craggy faces and glaciers that make up the summit, is one of the very best. Visitors making the multiday trek can expect to travel through temperate rain forest near ramona falls, sub alpine. From the timberline road parking area, take the sand run lake west trail for 200 yards.
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