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We had done the loop counterclockwise in and gone straight up the Paradise Park Trail in so of course we chose clockwise this time just to be different. It should be no more than a total of 10 miles, and I aim to stop for food and a recharge beverage in Government Camp, even if it isn't exactly on the way home. The tower is available for use on a first come, first serve basis so there was a possibility that it was occupied but it turned out to be empty. Hood which made the temperature perfect. Before Camp Creek, a pole-and-rail barrier prevents shortcutting at a switchback. The sun bathed the western face of the mountain in golden afternoon light, turning the snowcapped giant into a canvas for the many hues of late day rays. There are various short spurs that access the lake shore.

No spam, we promise. Hood, take a lesser-known route to the top of Mt. As we descended, we met the first set of hikers on our trip. Accommodation There are wonderful accommodation options in Portland that we would be happy to recommend to you. Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness. The West summit had much the same views as the false West summit, but visibility was poor due to a passing low cloud.

Total elevation gain is about 1, feet. First time. As we descended, we met the first set of hikers on our trip. From USD The first lower elevation around 4, feet snow of the season around Mount Hood started to fall this week.