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regon’s Mt. Hood Territory contains over 1,000 miles of trails, and with that much land Odedicated to the amazing Pacific Northwest outdoors, there’s a path for every adventure. Whether you’re a family wanting a stroll through beautiful fields of wildflowers, or a dedicated hiking group craving a challenge in the steep hills of Mt. Hood National Forest, you’ll be sure to find a hike in Mt. Hood Territory that will have you snapping pictures, taking in breathtaking views and wondering, “Where to next?”

This guide is a collection of 12 trails and hikes that range from a casual walk through urban parks to lengthy moderate and difficult rated hikes for the more ambitious. With so many to choose from, we hand-picked 12 options that feature the diverse landscape of Mt. Hood Territory, while being cognizant of issues of overuse on some of our more popular trails. So grab your sense of adventure (and a backpack while you’re at it), take a look at our hiking tips below and get ready to explore!

Visit mthoodterritory.com to discover more about our region.

cover photos (clockwise from left): Horseshoe Ridge, Pup Creek Burnt Lake Hike Falls, Wildwood Recreation Site

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PLAN AHEAD Hike early or on weekdays, don’t hike alone, let someone know your plans, check the weather.

PREPARE Pack appropriately: sunscreen, light source, first aid kit, plenty of water, snacks/lunch and sunglasses. pgs 10 - 11 DRESS RIGHT Bring lots of layers for the ever- changing Oregon weather, shoes with good tread (refer to back page for county inset map) (hiking boots) and hat and rain gear (it is the Pacific Northwest after all!) main trail PACK IN/PACK OUT Pack extra bags for any alternative trails waste, dispose of waste properly and remember poop bags for your dogs. roads water

RESPECT PLANTS AND WILDLIFE Stay on trail ADA trails picnic tables and let plants grow. Respect seasonal closures available and give trails time to regrow. public transport restrooms to site available seasonal fee trailhead “take nothing but pictures, leave nothing but may apply footprints, kill nothing but time” -unknown parking camping MAPLETON DRIVE

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Mary S. Young Park Explore this if you like: Mary S. Young Park offers you a peaceful place to walk or —— River views sit by the Willamette River. The mixed forest around the park —— Dog-friendly areas periphery and along the river supports vibrant bird life, and the hike offers a stroll along the Willamette River shoreline of volcanic rock as well —— Beavers as cobbled and sandy beaches. —— Sports fields Dog-friendly park including off leash areas complete with fire hydrant —— River beaches display art —— Fishing ADA friendly paved trails located throughout the park

Picnic friendly with lots of shaded space for a sunny day meal outside

Suggested Walk: the Heron Creek Loop Trail provides the best opportunity to experience everything the park has to offer

Suggested Season: year-round

for more information, visit westlinnoregon.gov

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Camassia Nature Preserve Explore this if you like: Camassia offers a rare view of the natural history of the —— Bird watching Willamette Valley. The Valley’s mosaic of open prairies, —— Spring wildflowers oak woodlands and savannas support a myriad of native plants and animals. The Preserve provides habitat for many well-known bird species —— Seasonal butterflies including the wood duck, California quail, hairy woodpecker, western —— Riparian areas bluebird and golden-crowned kinglet.

Self-guided interpretive tour offered in the park for the highlighted loop

Volunteer-led guided hikes available during spring and summer, teaching about the ecology of the preserve

Dogs and other pets are not allowed because they can damage sensitive habitat and threaten wildlife

Suggested Season: year-round (April - May: peak wildflower season)

for more information, visit westlinnoregon.gov

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Hidden Falls Nature Park Explore this if you like: Explore this unexpected treasure nestled in a neighborhood. —— Hidden waterfalls Hidden Falls Nature Park opened in 2019 and features an —— Short elevation gains extraordinary natural waterfall that was previously inacessible for decades in Happy Valley. Hidden Falls Nature Park provides recreational —— Paved paths opportunities and connections to nature for residents and visitors alike. —— Resting areas along trails Enjoy the view from the wooden arch bridge.

Enjoy views of Hidden Falls from two viewpoints as well as the wooden arch bridge, sustainably sourced with timber from the Pacific Northwest

Bike and pedestrian access here completes a vital link in the Mt. Scott/ Scouters Mountain Loop

Paved trails located throughout the park (contain steep grades up to 15%)

Suggested Season: year-round

for more information, visit ncprd.com

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Molalla River Rim Trail Loop Explore this if you like: With new campsites, day use areas and swimming holes, the —— Old growth trees Molalla River Recreation Area invites families, groups and individuals to enjoy crystal clear rivers, old growth forests and of course, —— Bird watching trails. This area has undergone a transformation thanks in part to the — Bureau of Land Management (BLM). — Secluded trails —— Well shaded hikes To hike the trail: start left of the information kiosk towards Huckleberry Trail. At the second kiosk, head right towards Rim Trail. After 150ft —— Wild berries (30m) take a left at the fork to start the Rim Trail. Continue hiking uphill through old growth forest containing Douglas fir, alder, cedar and cottonwood. Stay right at the Fern Creek to Deer Skull/Rim Trail junction to continue upwards on the Rim Trail. At the Bear Woods loop trail, veer right to stay on the Rim Trail until its end at Bobcat Rd. Take a left and head downhill on Bobcat Rd towards Huckleberry Trail. Continue on the Huckleberry Trail, passing Annie’s Cabin (an old homestead named after its last tenant) staying left at any forks until you find yourself back at the second kiosk at the beginning of the hike. Take a right to head downhill back to the trailhead.

Multi-use trails: hikers yield to mountain bikers and equestrian riders

Suggested Season: mid-April to mid-October for more information, visit blm.gov

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Distance: 2.5mi / 4km of trails | Difficulty: Easy | Elevation: 100ft / 30m

Wildwood Recreation Site Explore this if you like: Nestled in a bend of the spectacular Wild & Scenic Salmon River, —— River views Wildwood Recreation Site encompasses 550 acres (223 hectares) —— Exploring aquatic life of beautiful land forested with old growth Douglas fir, western hemlock, and western red cedar. Visitors have a chance to explore natural stream and —— Boardwalks wetland ecosystems along accessible interpretive trails and boardwalks and —— Interpretive signs observe native fish in a unique underwater fish viewing chamber. —— Picnics The Cascade Streamwatch Trail is an accessible, 3/4mi (1.2km) paved loop that features educational displays, picturesque views of the Salmon —— Shaded hikes River and a fish viewing window below stream level

Visit the Barlow Road Historical Marker and walk around remnants of the Oregon Trail

Enjoy fishing and relaxing in the cool, clear waters of the Salmon River

Entrance Fee: check website below for current fees and rental options

Suggested Season: year-round

for more information, visit blm.gov

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Distance: 14mi / 22.5km of trails | Difficulty: Easy | Elevation: 150ft / 46m

Milo McIver State Park Explore this if you like: Milo McIver State Park is a mixed-use area that borders the —— Well-marked trails Clackamas River and Estacada Lake. The park includes 14mi —— Diverse habitats (22.5km) of hiking, horseback and interpretive trails, picnic tables, boat launch, fishing docks, disc golf course and campground. Pack a lunch, —— River views a Frisbee or binoculars for a day spent exploring this dynamic riverside —— Disc golf state park. —— Water recreation At the Riverside Day Use Area visit the Clackamas Fish Hatchery and Visitor Center to learn about river ecology. Watch for trout, steelhead, —— ADA friendly facilities herons and eagles as you relax by the river

Townsend’s big-eared bats roost in an old barn along a 1mi (1.6km) interpretive trail at the SE corner of the park

Suggested Walk: Riverbend to Maple Ridge Trail is a relaxed loop that takes you along the banks of the Clackamas River before winding its way into lush forest, providing minimal elevation gain and maximum diversity of landscapes

Entrance Fee: check website below for current fees and rental options

Suggested Season: year-round for more information, visit oregonstateparks.org

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Burnt Lake Trail Explore this if you like: Probably the most popular hike in this guide, Burnt Lake is —— Alpine lakes a beautiful trek that includes old growth forests, babbling —— Waterfalls creeks and a short spur to a beautiful multi-tiered waterfall. The trail then culminates at an alpine lake that rests below a looming Mt. Hood. Named —— Mountain views after a forest fire in 1904, Burnt Lake displays its history as you walk by old cedar snags, echoing wildfires of the past, and the new growth that —— Meeting other hikers has come from it. —— Photography To hike the trail: The first 2mi (3.2km) are a pleasant walk on a well- marked trail through lush forest filled with lady and sword fern, oxalis and red cedars shading you from above. Just after mile 2 take the short spur to the left that leads down to the multi-tiered Lost Creek Falls. Back on the main trail, your hike starts ascending up to Burnt Lake; once at the lake there is a circular path around offering views of Mt. Hood

Wilderness Area: visit website below for full Wilderness guidelines

Valid recreation pass required: visit website below to find out which passes are accepted

Suggested Season: May - October

for more information, visit fs.usda.gov

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Flag Mountain Trail Loop Explore this if you like: Navigate secluded forest roads and enjoy views of Mt. Hood from —— Hiking the Oregon Trail shaded trails. On your return follow the Oregon Trail, passing through a replica of the historic Barlow Road Tollgate from the 1850s. —— Less-populated trails

To hike the trail: From the parking lot, take the small trail at the NW side —— Views of Mt. Hood (opposite the historic tollgate). Follow the trail until you reach the Tollgate Campground, veering right on the campground loop road to get you back on —— Ridge hikes the trail (marked by “trail access” sign) which will dead-end at Road 20.

Left on Road 20, pass Road 20 C & D, until you reach Road 20-E. A short left on Road 20-E gets you to the Flag Mountain #766 Trailhead on your right. Continue up five steep switchbacks to the ridge, where you’ll enjoy views of Mt. Hood on your left as you walk among Douglas firs and hemlock.

After your descent, continue on a gravel trail until you merge with a paved forest road. About .75mi (1.2km) ahead take a left onto the Still Creek Trail, crossing the bridge into the Camp Creek Campground. Directly across the bridge veer right across the road to a trail heading uphill from the campsite on the right. Head left on the trail until you meet up with the Pioneer Bridle Trail. Continue west for about 2mi (3.2km) until you reach the tollgate at the Pioneer Bridle Trailhead.

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To hike the trail: Follow the well-marked trail for 3.5mi (5.6km) on a —— Shaded hikes steep ascent towards Devil’s Peak. Heading up, you’ll quickly enter the Salmon-Huckleberry Wilderness with western red cedars, Douglas firs, sword ferns, huckleberry and rhododendron. The trail reaches a ridge spur and on a clear day you can see Flag Mountain, Zigzag Mountain and Mt. Hood.

At the junction with #793 (Hunchback Trail), head right to reach the Devil’s Peak spur path. Follow the sign and bear left to head up to the Devil’s Peak Lookout. On a clear day, look south for views of Mt. Jefferson. Re-trace your path to head back down, descending 3,200ft (975m) back to the trailhead.

Wilderness Area: visit website below for full Wilderness guidelines

Suggested Season: March - October

for more information, visit fs.usda.gov

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Distance: 10.8mi / 17.4km out & back | Difficulty: Challenging | Elevation: 2,700ft / 823m

Horseshoe Ridge Trail Explore this if you like: Horseshoe Ridge Trail offers hikers a shaded hike through —— Wildflowers (seasonal) old growth forest, rewarding them with amazing views of Mt. Hood, as well as Mt. St. Helens and Mt. Adams on a clear day. Less busy —— Stunning Mt. Hood views than other nearby trails, this can be an enjoyable hike in the summertime —— Practicing river crossings when Mt. Hood is at its busiest. —— Shaded hikes To hike the trail: Start just before the bridge over Lost Creek. Follow the well-marked trail along Lost Creek to a river crossing after .5mi (.8km). Find a safe place to ford Lost Creek. Then begin a steep uphill climb through the Mt. Hood National Forest, before entering the Mt. Hood Wilderness Area. Towards the top enjoy views of the wide expanse of peaks and ridges of the Mt. Hood National Forest. Take a left at Zigzag Mtn. Trail and head another .5mi (.8km) for some photo-worthy shots of Mt. Hood.

Remember to yield to equestrian riders by staying quiet, moving downhill and always giving right-of-way to horses

Wilderness Area: visit website below for full Wilderness guidelines Valid recreation pass required: visit website below to find out which passes are accepted

Suggested Season: July - November for more information, visit fs.usda.gov

HORSESHOE RIDGE TRAIL 25 .-,5 WASHINGTON White Salmon Hood River Vancouver Cascade Locks 87500 8714 Camas 0/26 84 87 .-, OREGON Forest Grove Troutdale Portland 8735 205 Gresham Beaverton .-, Damascus Mount 87224 212 87 Sandy Hood 87224 0/26 Oregon City Newberg Wilsonville Estacada 99W 87 Dundee Canby Mt. Hood Territory 87211 Woodburn Molalla 224 87213 87 .-,5 87214 0/26 Salem 87 8722 0 10 20 Miles Hidden Falls Nature Park 8722 0 10 20 30 Kilometers 87226 Mill City

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