Trail guides · Pacific Northwest
Mount Hood
Find a route that fits the day, from quick forest walks to waterfall hikes and longer ridge outings. Start with the landscape, time, and conditions that matter most.
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Salmon River Trail vs. Old Salmon River Trail: Short Walk or Longer Wilderness Hike?
Separate two similarly named official trails before choosing a short river walk or a long wilderness route.
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Trillium Lake Trail: Summer Loop vs. Winter Snow Route
Trillium Lake Trail: Summer Loop vs. Winter Snow Route The summer lake loop and the winter snow route reach the same destination, but they use different starting points, distances, parking rules, surfaces and navigation skills. Access information checked August 24, 2026. Conditions may have changed. SEASONAL ACCESS — Vehicle gates close annually December 1–April 1,…
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Ramona Falls Trail: Plan Around the Sandy River Crossing
Ramona Falls Trail: Plan Around the Sandy River Crossing The waterfall is not the hardest part of the plan. The unbridged Sandy River crossing can—and sometimes should—end the hike. Research-based editorial guide · Official access status checked August 24, 2026 · No claim of a personal hike or firsthand test HIGH-CONSEQUENCE ACCESS — No bridge…
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Tom Dick and Harry Mountain Trail: Beyond Mirror Lake to the Ridge
Tom Dick and Harry Mountain Trail: Beyond Mirror Lake to the Ridge Mirror Lake is the approach; the ridge is the bigger commitment. Treat the rough upper trail and the steep final 200 yards as a separate decision rather than an automatic extension. Research-based editorial guide · Official access status checked August 24, 2026 ·…
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Best Hikes on Mount Hood: A Conditions-First Guide
Best Hikes on Mount Hood: A Conditions-First Guide Check current closures and hazards first, then choose the scenery. This guide separates routes that may still be viable from those affected by the Grasshopper Fire closure. Research-based editorial guide · Official access status checked August 24, 2026 · No claim of a personal hike or firsthand…
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Mirror Lake Trail, Oregon: Summer Hiking and Winter Snow Travel
Mirror Lake Trail, Oregon: Summer Hiking and Winter Snow Travel Snow, parking rules, wildfire conditions, and daylight can make Mirror Lake feel like a completely different trip from one season to the next. Route and access sources were checked August 26, 2026; the fire-status update below was checked September 23, 2026. This guide is based…