Lolo Pass

Total Miles 13.1
Technical Rating
2 Easy
Best Time Summer, Fall
Trail Type Full-Width Road
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Trail Overview

Historic Lolo Pass is a scenic drive that connects the Sandy River area to Lost Lake and Hood River. Spectacular valley views open up to reveal the western side of Mt. Hood. The driving surface is relatively smooth for the majority of the route, with the occasional pothole. The road will sometimes go to one lane, so stay prepared for oncoming traffic during busy weekends. For those looking for more challenging and technical terrain, there are multiple spurs to be explored.

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Difficulty

This rating was made based on Summer conditions. Difficulty could increase greatly during the transitional times of snow season. Lolo Pass is closed each winter due to heavy snow.

History

Lolo Pass originated as a Native American trading route that eventually became a part of the legendary Oregon Trail and is a milestone on the Pacific Coast Trail.

Technical Rating

2

Status Reports

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Fred Neiman
Jan 16, 2026
Open
It was a passible trail today using a 4 x 4 with clearance. We started in Hood River and worked our way to zigzag. Fun route with snow and scenic views. Our Jeep worked hard when breaking through apx 4 inches of crusted over snow but no issues if you have enough clearance to get through the large potholes.
Ryan G
Jan 10, 2026
Open
Was a fun trip. Theres a few parts with deep potholes or ruts in the snow pack but the trail was open.
Sam Taher
Jun 17, 2025
Open
Joseph Master
Jun 10, 2025
Open
David Hardy
May 24, 2025
Open
Road open all the way to Lost Lake Rd. good condition. road to Mazama trailhead was clear as well.
Ramon Antonio
May 05, 2025
Open
Deeper snow than expected still. Lift required and possibly chains are helpful. Almost got stuck 30ft in.
Kyle Amon
Nov 23, 2024
Open
Trail is open but fully snow covered would recommend a 4x4 vehicle with high clearance otherwise stay in the ruts and not too bad.
Sam Langeliers
Jul 04, 2024
Open
Trail is mostly paved. The dirt section has some potholes, and the paved section has some dips. Any car that has not been lowered past its stock height will be fine as long as the potholes / dips are not taken at excessive speeds.
Rachel Johnson
Jun 12, 2024
Open
Some debris, potholes, and road erosion from winter storms, but nothing a Subaru or taller couldn’t navigate.
Matt Curry
May 12, 2024
Open
going from north to south, almost made it all the way, but past the bridge where the trail bends back north, there was still a few inches of snow from some snowfall earlier in the week (before 5/12). May have melted since.
Mike Wulzen
May 04, 2024
Open
medium snow still on road, super slushy
Ryan G
Sep 30, 2023
Open
Dennis Widmer
Jul 26, 2023
Open
James Czapla
Jul 07, 2023
Open
Anthony Higgins
Jun 25, 2023
Open

Lolo Pass Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • High Clearance
  • Full Width

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