Mt. Hood Stories

Mount Hood and a mountain lake; regional scenery, not a photograph of the airstrip clearing

Trillium Lake Airstrip: Local Lore, Camping & W...

A local nickname, a mountain camping story and a design inspired by it. Here is what to verify before treating the Trillium Lake Airstrip as a destination.

Trillium Lake Airstrip: Local Lore, Camping & W...

A local nickname, a mountain camping story and a design inspired by it. Here is what to verify before treating the Trillium Lake Airstrip as a destination.

Snow-covered Mount Hood reflected in a mountain lake

Is Mount Hood Worth Visiting? A Practical First...

Mount Hood can make a rewarding day trip without a summit climb. Build a realistic first visit around the lodge, the village or a mountain lake.

Is Mount Hood Worth Visiting? A Practical First...

Mount Hood can make a rewarding day trip without a summit climb. Build a realistic first visit around the lodge, the village or a mountain lake.

Mount Hood reflected in a mountain lake, from the Willamette Oak photo collection

The Best Fishing Spots on Mt. Hood: Lakes & Pla...

Choose a Mount Hood fishing spot with clearer access notes, trout-stocking links and a dated Timothy Lake closure update before you plan the drive.

The Best Fishing Spots on Mt. Hood: Lakes & Pla...

Choose a Mount Hood fishing spot with clearer access notes, trout-stocking links and a dated Timothy Lake closure update before you plan the drive.

Historic Forest Service photograph of Timberline Lodge on Mount Hood

Timberline Lodge History: WPA Craftsmanship on ...

Built during the Great Depression, Timberline Lodge brings together public-works history and remarkable craftsmanship. Here is what to look for when you visit.

Timberline Lodge History: WPA Craftsmanship on ...

Built during the Great Depression, Timberline Lodge brings together public-works history and remarkable craftsmanship. Here is what to look for when you visit.

Mount Hood viewed from the south, with Mount Adams in the distance; photograph by Richard Stovall, USGS

The First Recorded Ascent of Mount Hood: The 18...

Henry Pittock’s party is credited with Mount Hood’s first recorded ascent in 1857. The earlier claim—and the wording—deserve a closer look.

The First Recorded Ascent of Mount Hood: The 18...

Henry Pittock’s party is credited with Mount Hood’s first recorded ascent in 1857. The earlier claim—and the wording—deserve a closer look.

Mount Hood viewed from the south, with Mount Adams in the distance; photograph by Richard Stovall, USGS

Wyeast and Mount Hood: The Legend and the Name’...

Wyeast is closely associated with Mount Hood today, but its origins are debated. A closer look at the familiar legend and the history behind the name.

Wyeast and Mount Hood: The Legend and the Name’...

Wyeast is closely associated with Mount Hood today, but its origins are debated. A closer look at the familiar legend and the history behind the name.