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| | Backcountry hiking here in Oregon is a must. Vista Ridge Trail is a long drive away from Hood River, but if you're looking for a glorious spot to go hiking, this is a glorious selection. Gotta get out of the settlement man, and Vista Ridge Trail in Hood River County, Oregon is a glorious spot to go. This hiking trail has only one trailhead, so you'll be backpacking it in and back out. Backcountry hiking here in the Central Cascade Range is a brilliant way to explore these summits. With its 8.6 miles of walking distance it's an average length backpacking |
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and hiking trail. At parts of the year this region sees very little rain, so do check for current fire restrictions before you go if you plan to bring a stove or make a camp fire. Different parts of Vista Ridge Trail are at very different elevations, and that means that some parts
| | of the backpacking and hiking trail could be very different from other parts of it. There are so many wonderful trails for backpacking in Oregon; Vista Ridge Trail is one of them, and it's in Hood River County. This is one of many wilderness hiking trails in the surrounding area. This great outdoors hiking trail is a mid length great outdoors hiking trail with an average amount of climbing distance which makes it a perfect wilderness hiking trail for experienced trekkers in wonderful shape. This hiking trail has a total elevation difference of 1,540 feet, | |
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and that is about average. Backpacking here in Oregon is the wonderful thing to do. At Vista Ridge Trail during the long summer days highs are in the 70's, and during summer nights temperatures are in the 50's. Daytime highs during the winter are in the 40's, and nighttime lows
in the 30's for Vista Ridge Trail. Keep in mind that this is a long great outdoors hiking trail, so don't forget to pack enough supplies. Vista Ridge Trail gets a lot of water; the month with most of the rain is December while July is mostly the driest month. Every Oregon trail
is well worth a backcountry walk. And keep in mind that there could be temporary safety restrictions in location. The time needed for this walk is roughly 7.5 hours, but of course some people walk a bit slower and some a bit faster.
Briefly about the general area:
Vista
Ridge Trail is not far at all from Hood River, and Wallalute Falls is an inspiring place to visit during your stay. You simply have to fancy the Central Cascade Range. Get your heart pumping on the delightful whitewater of Hood River - Lake Branch.
Reservoir Campground is a
great campground nearby; Leuthold Couloir is also a glorious spot to discover. These mountains rock, just check out all the cool things to do in the Central Cascade Range. Vista Ridge Trail is a good spot to visit for more than one day, Ladd Creek Campground is a good spot to camp
nearby; since you're here, you could explore Compass Creek. A pleasant spree to Wy'east Basin is a brilliant way to spend an afternoon, and of course Stump Creek flows through this region.
Any time is a tremendous time at Vista Ridge Trail if you adore the outdoors. Cairn Basin is a delightful site any time of year, and a good spot for whitewater paddling is Hood River - West Fork.
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Location of Trailhead: Latitude 45.4628, Longitude -121.7075
- - Directions and Road Map
Total in and out hiking length = 8.6 miles
Total climbing distance = 3.8 miles
Difficulty : Difficult
Casual Hiking Pace:
7.5 hours
Fast Hiking Pace:
5 hours
Total elevation difference: 1540 feet
Mount Hood Inn, Government Camp
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7 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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Best Western Columbia River Inn, Cascade Locks
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17 miles away
Enjoy the spectacular scenery of the Columbia River Gorge at this Cascade Locks hotel. The Best Western Columbia River Inn is a fully non-smoking property located only 45 miles from Portland, Oregon ...
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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 Vista Ridge Trail. Find info on campgrounds, hiking trails, ski resorts, lakes, beaches, parks, whitewater and more.
More Hotels and Campgrounds Near Vista Ridge Trail, Central Cascade Range, Hood River County, Oregon
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| These outdoors activities are available near Vista Ridge Trail. |
| | Trails Near Vista Ridge Trail:
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Pinnacle Ridge Trail, Hood River County
County
, 1 miles away, 6.2 hiking miles, 2515 feet elevation difference |
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Elk Grove Trail, Hood River County
County
, 3 miles away, 12.2 hiking miles, 2030 feet elevation difference |
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Timberline Trail, Hood River County
County
, 3 miles away, 20.8 hiking miles, 3731 feet elevation difference |
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Portage Trail, Clackamas County
County
, 5 miles away, 11 hiking miles, 3422 feet elevation difference |
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Sandy River Trail, Clackamas County
County
, 6 miles away, 7 hiking miles, 2270 feet elevation difference |
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Tilly Jane Trail, Hood River County
County
, 6 miles away, 6.2 hiking miles, 2742 feet elevation difference |
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Hidden Lake Trail, Clackamas County
County
, 7 miles away, 8.2 hiking miles, 3014 feet elevation difference |
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| | Whitewater Near Vista Ridge Trail:
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Hood River - Lake Branch, Hood River County
County
, 5 miles away, Class IV-V - 3 miles long (3 miles above West Fork to Confluence with West Fork) |
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Hood River - West Fork, Hood River County
County
, 7 miles away, Class IV-V - 6.5 miles long (White Bridge Park to East Fork Hood River) |
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Hood River - East Fork, Hood River County
County
, 10 miles away, Class III-IV - 7.5 miles long (Dee to bridge Below Tucker Park) |
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Sandy River, Clackamas County
County
, 14 miles away, Class IV - 4.5 miles long (McNeil Campground to Lolo Pass Road) |
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Zigzag River, Clackamas County
County
, 16 miles away, Class III-IV - 3.2 miles long (Tollgate to Sandy River) |
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| | Hotels Near Vista Ridge Trail:
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Mount Hood Inn, Government Camp
, 7 miles away |
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Best Western Columbia River Inn, Cascade Locks
, 17 miles away |
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Skamania Lodge, Stevenson
, 18 miles away |
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Comfort Suites Hood River, Hood River
, 18 miles away |
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Whispering Woods (Vri), Welches
, 18 miles away |
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