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Ramona Falls Hike, Mount Hood Wilderness, Oregon, OR
Adventure Description by Tyson Gillard | 06.12.12 The 120-foot Ramona Falls is tucked away on the western flanks of Mount Hood, and while the cascade is a remarkable destination by itself, the trail leading to the falls is equally delightful. You'll begin hiking along the open and sandy bed that flanks the Sandy River. The granular nature of the soil means that the river bed is home to a distinct blend of flora not typically found in the Mount Hood area, such as the many lodgepole pines, Oregon beaked moss, juniper haircap moss and broom moss. Once you've reached Ramona Falls, loop back on the trail’s northern section, where you'll gain a great appreciation for Ramona Creek. The trail follows the creek and adjacent cliffs downstream as it weaves through a forest of western hemlock, noble fir and western red cedar.
If you are in the mood for something a little more challenging or you are looking for some good backpacking, continue on the Ramona Falls trail to Bald Mountain/McNeil Point, the scenic and secluded Yocum Ridge, or to the incredible wildflower haven of Paradise Park.
Tyson Gillard | 06.12.12 Getting there (from Portland): From Portland, take I-84 E Take exit 16 for 238th Dr toward Wood Village Turn right onto NE 238th Dr Highlights Continue on NE 238th Dr, which turns into SE 242nd Dr/NE Hogan Dr DIFFICULTY: Moderate After roughly 3 miles turn left onto NE Burnside Rd/US-26 E TRAILHEAD ELEV.: 2,460 ft (750 m) After roughly 27 miles, just past Welches, turn left onto E NET ELEV. GAIN: 1,000 ft (305 m) Lolo Pass Rd/NF-18/Truman Rd After 4.2 miles turn right onto Muddy Fork Rd TOTAL DISTANCE: 6.90 mi (11.10 km) Take the first right onto NF-1825/Muddy Fork Rd (crossing TRAIL TYPE: There-and-back/Loop over the Sandy River) TRAIL USES: Hiking, Horseback riding allowed At the first fork in the road, continue to the left, following signs for Ramona Falls PREFERABLE SEASON(S): Summer, Fall At a second fork, veer left again and you will reach a large DOGS ALLOWED: Yes and open parking lot (Old Maid Sand Pit) CONGESTION: High CLOSEST METROPOLITAN AREA: Portland TIME TO GET THERE: 1:20 hours ROAD CONDITION: Gravel DAY-USE/PARKING PASS REQ'D: NW Forest Pass Trail (major) Vista / Trailhead Picnic Area Campground Shelter Cliff Jumping Beach Trail (minor) Viewpoint Trail (unmaintained) Backcountry Parking Picnic Shelter Waterfall Cabin Hot Springs Distance Marker Paved Rd (major) Campsite Paved Rd (minor) Horseback Forest Rd (major) Restrooms Ranger Station Boat Ramp RV Campsite Yurt Peak Riding Forest Rd (minor) Historic Featured Route Potable Water Vault Toilet Landmark Swimming Showers Wildlife One Mile Grid Historic/Scenic Trail
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