Adventure and Recreation

Mt. Hood Hiking

To make onsite reservations for the following guided hikes and tours, visit or call The Resort's front desk 48 hours prior. Or call 503-622-3101 and ask for Nate Seifert or eMail him at nate.seifert@theresort.com.

Winter-Specific Cross Country Skiing and Snowshoeing

On The Courses - Explore 243 acres of your group's own private on-site snow field! Ideal for beginners. Two-hour guide and instructor are available for $10 per person. Add bonfire and warm refreshments upon your return for an additional $50.

At Trillium Lake - The Trillium Lake Basin is Mt. Hood's best-known cross country ski location. While most of its twelve miles of trails are suitable for novices, all begin with a challenging drop at the entrance. Most popular trails are groomed.

At Mirror Lake (snowshoe only) - Enjoy stunning views of Mt. Hood and dazzling lake reflections of Mt. Hood's peak rising. On clear days, revel in the dramatic ridge views of Tom, Dick and Harry as well as peak views from Mt. Rainier to Three Sisters. This 3.2 round trip trek (with a 780 feet elevation change) will test all skill levels.

On Hunchback Mountain (snowshoe only) - Get your climb on with this challenging five-mile round trip (with a 2,900 feet elevation change). Savor the beautiful views of Mt. Hood and Salmon-Huckleberry Valley. During this adventure, you'll burn more than 2,000 or more calories! Recommended for more advanced skill levels.

Rental equipment: cross country package (skis, boots, poles) - $25; snowshoe package (snowshoes and poles) - $20

Additional Guided Services - Explore the beauty of the National Wilderness Forests of Mt. Hood with the services of a local guide. Transportation, water, snacks, knowledge and safety for your adventure provided. Up to seven people per guide. 72-hour reservation required. Weather permitting and subject to change. $20 per person - 2 hours.

Guided Hikes

See and learn about the beauty of the national wilderness forests of Mt. Hood with a local guide providing transportation, water, knowledge and safety. Up to 7 people per guide. 48-hour reservation required. Weather permitting and subject to change.

Beginner

Little ZigZag Falls
Leisurely trail to a scenic waterfall along a beautiful mountain stream.
Great hike to cool off on a hot summer day.
0.6 miles/1 hour
$5 per person

Intermediate

Old Salmon River Trail
Relatively easy hike along the river through the amazing old growth forest of the Salmon-Huckleberry Wilderness.
2.6 miles/2 hours
$10 per person

Hard

Ramona Falls
Although a long roundtrip, these falls are considered a rare gem to see and were created by volcanic debris flow hundreds of years ago.
7 miles/4 hours
$20 per person (minimum 3 hikers)
$65 individual
Lunch and snacks included.

Expert

Hunchback Mountain
Physically demanding hike offers amazing views of Mt. Hood and its surrounding valleys.
9 miles/7 hours
$30 per person (minimum 3 hikers)
$95 individual
Lunch and snacks included.

Hike, Kayak and Picnic at Trillium Lake

Enjoy a guided nature walk around the lake including one of the best views of Mt. Hood. Cool off with a kayak adventure. When you return, savor a picnic lunch lakeside. Local guide will provide transportation, water, knowledge and safety. Up to 3 people per guide. 48-hour reservation required. Weather permitting and subject to change.

$100 per person (minimum 2 hikers)
$200 individual

Guided Tour around Mt. Hood

An incredible journey. See all the great sites, beautiful views, food, wine and beer Mt. Hood has to offer through the eyes of a local guide who will provide transportation, water, knowledge and safety. Up to 7 people per guide. 48-hour reservation required. Weather permitting and subject to change.

10-hour tour designed to your points of interest
$400 per person
Meals and snacks included.

Guided Berry Picking

Hike in the Mt. Hood National Forest and gather some of the delicious berries Mt. Hood has to offer. Learn the different kinds of abundant natural berries to eat such as salmon berries, blackberries and huckleberries. Local guide will provide transportation, water, knowledge and safety. Up to 7 people per guide. 48-hour reservation required. Weather permitting and subject to change.

Salmon Berries
(Now-September)

Blackberries
(Mid-August-September)

Huckleberries
(Mid-August-September)

1 Hour Pick - $10 per person

2 Hour Pick - $20 per person

3 Hour Pick - $40 per person

Guided Gourmet Mushroom Picking

Hike in the Mt. Hood National Forest with a local guide in search of some of the best gourmet mushrooms. Learn what mushrooms have to offer including the safety of picking the right ones. Mt. Hood has an amazing bounty of chanterelle, yellow foot chanterelle, lobster, oyster, matsutake, porcini and bolete mushrooms. Local guide will provide transportation, water, knowledge and safety. Up to 7 people per guide. 48-hour reservation required. Weather permitting and subject to change.

2 hour pick - $55 per person
(End of August to first winter frost)

Guided Salmon Watch

See salmon up close and personal in the wild. Each year the salmon travel hundreds of miles to our river and streams to spawn, which is the laying of their eggs. Learn about their journey and see groups of them in some of the best local spots. Local guide will provide transportation, water, knowledge and safety. Up to 7 people per guide. 48-hour reservation required. Weather permitting and subject to change.

2 hour guided watch - $10 per person
(Mid-August to mid-Fall)

The Resort at The Mountain

68010 East Fairway Ave.

Welches (Mt. Hood), OR

97067-9706

Res: 877.439.6774

Less than one hour

from Portland

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