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| | Relatively far from Hood River you encounter Lookout Mountain Trail, but it sure is a a fine great outdoors hiking trail. Time to get out, and breathe some fresh air, and Lookout Mountain Trail in Hood River County, Oregon is a fine location for getting out. Great wilderness trails in Oregon are in abundance, and among these are Lookout Mountain Trail in Hood River County. This region does get very dry sometimes, so do check for current fire restrictions before you go if you plan to bring a stove or make a camp fire. The warmest time of the year at Lookout |
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Mountain Trail arrives with high temperatures in the 70's. Throughout the dark hours of summer temperatures dip down into the 50's. Highs all through the winter are ordinarily in the 40's while Lookout Mountain Trail night low temperatures all through the winter are in the 30's.
| | The total elevation difference for this great outdoors hiking trail is 1,206 feet which is an average number. With so many outdoors pursuits available in Oregon you'll never get bored. Lookout Mountain Trail is a relatively wet place ordinarily with lots of rain; December is when you get the most rain here while July is ordinarily the driest month. The time needed for this backcountry walk is roughly 6.5 hours, but of course some people walk a bit slower and some a bit faster. There's not much difference in elevation along the hiking trail, so you won’t | |
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have to worry about different climate zones along your trek. Being 7.6 miles long it's a mid length trek. Lookout Mountain Trail is a two ended great outdoors hiking trail with two trailheads, so trekking it one way is an option if you can arrange for a ride back. This is a long
hiking trail, so make sure you bring plenty of supplies. Lookout Mountain Trail is a mid-length backcountry hiking trail having an average number of uphill miles which makes this a very tough great outdoors trail for advanced backcountry walkers looking for a splendid challenge.
Every Oregon wilderness trail has its own unique prettiness. This is one of many great outdoors trails in the surrounding neighborhood. Please follow all local rules about fires and camping. When you're here in Oregon backcountry backpacking along one of its wilderness trails is
an outstanding way to spend some time. Backcountry trails like this one here in the Central Cascade Range are a magnificent way to explore these peaks.
Briefly about the general area:
The beauty of mother nature reveals herself at Senecal Spring, and you should unquestionably
dedicate some time to Eightmile Meadow since you're here at Lookout Mountain Trail. But wait, there's more amusing stuff to do in the Central Cascade Range. Gumjuwac Creek is one of the streams nearby that might be worth visiting, and a great place is Gumjuwac Saddle.
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some flowing water close by, Tolo Creek is a stream you can take a look at while here; Clinger Campground is a magnificent campground here. This river is so good. Coming to this river is always a good idea. Flag Point is near Lookout Mountain Trail and is a good site to go to,
and a visit to Dog River Springs will fill your spirit with good feelings.
Not enough hours in a day to enjoy the Central Cascade Range. Camping at Lookout Mountain Trail is wonderful fun, Nottingham Campground is a wonderful local campground; if you're here you will meet lots
of people from close by Hood River. And if that's not enough, there's a lot more to do near Lookout Mountain Trail. Get your heart pumping on the nice whitewater of White River, and don’t forget to explore High Prairie if you're here at Lookout Mountain Trail.
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Location of Trailhead 1: Latitude 45.3411, Longitude -121.537
- - Directions and Road Map
Location of Trailhead 2: Latitude 45.3241, Longitude -121.4761
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Trailhead 1 to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 3.8 miles
Total climbing distance = 1.3 miles
Difficulty : Medium
Casual Hiking Pace:
3 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
1.5 hours
Trailhead 2 to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 3.8 miles
Total climbing distance = 1.8 miles
Difficulty : Medium
Casual Hiking Pace:
3.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
2 hours
| | Trailhead 1 back to Trailhead 1:
Total hiking length = 7.6 miles
Total climbing distance = 3.1 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
6.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
4.5 hours
Trailhead 2 back to Trailhead 2:
Total hiking length = 7.6 miles
Total climbing distance = 3.1 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
6.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
4.5 hours
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Total elevation difference: 1206 feet
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Mount Hood Inn, Government Camp
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18 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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User input for Lookout Mountain Trail, Central Cascade Range, Hood River County, Oregon:
Outdoors Recreation Near Hood River, Oregon
Very comprehensive list of a variety of outdoors recreation in the vicinity of Hood River, Oregon, the metro area neareast to Lookout Mountain Trail. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
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| These outdoors activities are available near Lookout Mountain Trail. |
| | Trails Near Lookout Mountain Trail:
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Pine Creek Trail, Hood River County
County
, 2 miles away, 4 hiking miles, 1375 feet elevation difference |
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Badger Creek Trail, Wasco County
County
, 3 miles away, 10.6 hiking miles, 2674 feet elevation difference |
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Threemile Trail, Wasco County
County
, 3 miles away, 11.2 hiking miles, 2546 feet elevation difference |
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Rocky Butte Way Trail, Wasco County
County
, 4 miles away, 2 hiking miles, 1134 feet elevation difference |
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Bottle Prairie Trail, Wasco County
County
, 4 miles away, 2.9 hiking miles, 1332 feet elevation difference |
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Gordon Butte Trail, Wasco County
County
, 5 miles away, 4.6 hiking miles, 2141 feet elevation difference |
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Zigzag Trail, Hood River County
County
, 5 miles away, 2.2 hiking miles, 1553 feet elevation difference |
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| | Whitewater Near Lookout Mountain Trail:
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White River, Wasco County
County
, 8 miles away, Class III-IV - 6 miles long (Barlow Crossing to Keeps Mill) |
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White River, Wasco County
County
, 11 miles away, Class III-IV - 12 miles long (Keeps Mill to Victor Road Bridge) |
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Hood River - East Fork, Hood River County
County
, 13 miles away, Class III-IV - 7.5 miles long (Dee to bridge Below Tucker Park) |
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| | Hotels Near Lookout Mountain Trail:
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Inn at Cooper Spur, Mount Hood Parkdale
, 7 miles away |
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Timberline Lodge, Government Camp
, 14 miles away |
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Huckleberry Inn, Government Camp
, 17 miles away |
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Mt Hood Inn, Government Camp
, 18 miles away |
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Mount Hood Inn, Government Camp
, 18 miles away |
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