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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

River/Creek
moderate
3.33 mi
+738 ft
Owl Point Hike

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Owl Point Hike

Views
easy
4.31 mi
+728 ft
Tamanawas Falls Hike

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Tamanawas Falls Hike

Views
easy
0.03 mi
+0 ft
Vista Ridge Trail Hike

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Vista Ridge Trail Hike

Views
moderate
4.96 mi
+1,204 ft
Indian Creek Trail

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Indian Creek Trail

Views
easy
3.06 mi
+242 ft
Chinidere Mountain + Wahtum Lake Hike

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Chinidere Mountain + Wahtum Lake Hike

Lake
moderate
3.03 mi
+750 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.

Timberline Trail

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Timberline Trail

Views
extreme
39.63 mi
+10,147 ft
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
+3,070 ft
Mount Defiance Hike

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Mount Defiance Hike

Lake
extreme
11.02 mi
+5,087 ft
Wyeth State Park to North Lake

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Wyeth State Park to North Lake

Birding
extreme
12.25 mi
+4,361 ft
Pacific Crest Trail: Eagle Creek Alternate

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Pacific Crest Trail: Eagle Creek Alternate

Waterfall
extreme
14.53 mi
+1,633 ft
Augspurger Mountain

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Augspurger Mountain

Views
extreme
13.09 mi
+5,177 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
+1,172 ft
McNeil Point

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McNeil Point

Views
strenuous
5.85 mi
+1,940 ft
HCRHT: Twin Tunnels Trail

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HCRHT: Twin Tunnels Trail

Family Friendly
moderate
9.12 mi
+737 ft
Gnarl Ridge Hike

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Gnarl Ridge Hike

Less Crowded
moderate
8.26 mi
+2,003 ft
Elk Meadows

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Elk Meadows

Views
strenuous
5.5 mi
+1,079 ft
Dog Mountain Trail #147

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Dog Mountain Trail #147

Birding
strenuous
6.12 mi
+2,840 ft