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| | While visiting this neighborhood in Oregon it's a splendid idea to go backcountry trekking too. Each one of the many backcountry trails of Oregon has something unique to offer. Time to get out, and breathe some fresh air, and Boulder Lake Trail in Hood River County, Oregon is just the place. This is not a very long hiking and backpacking trail but you should still bring some emergency supplies just in case something happens. Backpacking here in the Central Cascade Range is a very great way to see these hills. The number of trails in this vicinity is |
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not very high. This neighborhood does get very dry sometimes, so make sure you check current conditions and fire restrictions with local forest authorities before you head out. Boulder Lake Trail usually gets much rainfall; December is the month that gets the most rain while July
| | is the month with the least amount of precipitation. You'll must go far from Hood River to get to Boulder Lake Trail, but when you spend some time backcountry trekking here you will feel like a whole new person. The backcountry hiking trail stays roughly within the same elevation zone the whole time which means the conditions are about the same from start to finish. There are many splendid backcountry trails in Oregon; one of them being Boulder Lake Trail in Hood River County. With its .8 miles of walking distance it's a short backcountry hiking trail. | |
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During the warmest time of the year at Boulder Lake Trail highs are ordinarily in the 70's, and during the night it cools down to the 50's. The wintertime comes with highs in the 40's while Boulder Lake Trail nighttime low temperatures during the wintertime are in the 30's. The
time needed for this backcountry trek is roughly .5 hours, but of course some folks walk a bit slower and some a bit faster. Please follow all local rules about fires and camping. Backcountry backpacking in Oregon is so much fun. This wilderness hiking trail has a total elevation
difference of 196 feet which is a lower than average number. This backcountry trail is a very short backcountry trail having an average number of uphill miles which makes this trail delightful for the average walker looking for a cool adventure. This is a one trailhead wilderness
hiking trail, so in and out is the way to backcountry hike it normally.
Briefly about the general area:
Soar down the rapids of White River in a kayak. If you came to camp Nottingham Campground is a fine place to do that; if you're stopping by from Hood River, you won't
be the only one.
So much cool stuff to do here in the Central Cascade Range, too glorious to be true. There's so much to do here at Boulder Lake Trail that you need to camp here for a while, Dam Campground is a perfect place for that, and a visit to Boulder Lake Trail wouldn't be complete without taking a look at Kane Springs.
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Location of Trailhead: Latitude 45.2585, Longitude -121.559
- - Directions and Road Map
Total in and out hiking length = .8 miles
Total climbing distance = .3 miles
Difficulty : Medium
Casual Hiking Pace:
.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
.5 hours
Total elevation difference: 196 feet
Mount Hood Inn, Government Camp
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14 miles away
At the Mount Hood Inn we offer our guests the finest accommodations on the mountain. With our modern facilities and friendly local staff we are able to give you the attention and service you have com...
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Comfort Suites Hood River, Hood River
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22 miles away
The Comfort Suites is centrally located for business and leisure travelers. This Hood River hotel is only one mile from the Mount Hood Railroad. Area attractions include Beacon Rock, the Columbia Rive...
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Outdoors Recreation Near Hood River, Oregon
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More Hotels and Campgrounds Near Boulder Lake Trail, Central Cascade Range, Hood River County, Oregon
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| These outdoors activities are available near Boulder Lake Trail. |
| | Trails Near Boulder Lake Trail:
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Little Boulder Way Trail, Wasco County
County
, 0 miles away, 1.6 hiking miles, 397 feet elevation difference |
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Boulder Lake Way Trail, Hood River County
County
, 1 miles away, 4.6 hiking miles, 887 feet elevation difference |
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Swamp Creek Hidden Meadows Trail, Wasco County
County
, 1 miles away, 3.8 hiking miles, 1705 feet elevation difference |
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| | Hotels Near Boulder Lake Trail:
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Mount Hood Inn, Government Camp
, 14 miles away |
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Comfort Suites Hood River, Hood River
, 22 miles away |
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Best Western Hood River Inn, Hood River
, 23 miles away |
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Whispering Woods (Vri), Welches
, 28 miles away |
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Resort at the Mountain, Welches
, 28 miles away |
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