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Hiking Near Mount Hood, Oregon

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Shorter Routes

These hikes keep it under 5 miles and climb less than 1,500 feet, making them ideal for quicker outings or lower-key days. Perfect for a morning stretch, a casual afternoon, or getting outside without committing to a big push. Don’t let the stats fool you — many still pack in great views and rewarding moments.

Tamanawas Falls Hike

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Tamanawas Falls Hike

Views
easy
0.03 mi
+0 ft
Tamanawas Falls Hike

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Tamanawas Falls Hike

Family Friendly
moderate
3.32 mi
+668 ft
Vista Ridge Trail Hike

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Vista Ridge Trail Hike

Views
moderate
4.96 mi
+1,196 ft
Owl Point Hike

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Owl Point Hike

Views
moderate
4.31 mi
+753 ft
Chinidere Mountain + Wahtum Lake Hike

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Chinidere Mountain + Wahtum Lake Hike

Lake
easy
3.03 mi
+761 ft
Mitchell Point Hike

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Mitchell Point Hike

Views
strenuous
0.84 mi
+1,010 ft
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Adventurous Routes

These routes go beyond 10 miles and are built for days when you want to cover more ground and push a little deeper. Expect longer distances, more effort, and bigger payoffs — whether that’s remote terrain, summit views, or a full-day challenge. Ideal for hikers looking to go farther and stay out longer.

Cairn Basin + McNeil Point via the Vista Ridge Trail

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Cairn Basin + McNeil Point via the Vista Ridge Trail

Views
strenuous
10.59 mi
+3,042 ft
Mount Defiance Hike

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Mount Defiance Hike

Lake
extreme
11 mi
+5,050 ft
Pacific Crest Trail: Eagle Creek Alternate

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Pacific Crest Trail: Eagle Creek Alternate

Waterfall
extreme
14.53 mi
+1,872 ft
Augspurger Mountain

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Augspurger Mountain

Views
extreme
13.09 mi
+5,191 ft
Wyeth State Park to North Lake

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Wyeth State Park to North Lake

Birding
extreme
12.25 mi
+4,370 ft
Gorge Trail #400 Hike

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Gorge Trail #400 Hike

Views
extreme
12.16 mi
+3,350 ft

Other Nearby Routes

Not finding what you're looking for? These additional nearby hikes offer more ways to get outside and explore the area. With a mix of lengths, difficulty levels, and terrain, you're likely to find something that fits your plans for the day. And remember, you can always use the onX Route Builder to create your own adventure from scratch.

Laurance Lake High Ridge Hike

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Laurance Lake High Ridge Hike

Lake
moderate
7.29 mi
+1,153 ft
HCRHT: Twin Tunnels Trail

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HCRHT: Twin Tunnels Trail

Family Friendly
moderate
9.12 mi
+688 ft
Dog Mountain

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Dog Mountain

Birding
strenuous
5.81 mi
+2,833 ft
PCT: Lolo Pass to Ramona Falls Trail

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PCT: Lolo Pass to Ramona Falls Trail

River/Creek
strenuous
7.84 mi
+1,759 ft
McNeil Point

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McNeil Point

Views
strenuous
5.85 mi
+1,949 ft
Gnarl Ridge Hike

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Gnarl Ridge Hike

Less Crowded
strenuous
8.26 mi
+2,038 ft