HIKING

The Mt. Hood National Forest is home to over one thousand miles of hiking trails! Tour the local Cross Town Trail, historic Glade Trail and our own trail network at Collins Lake Resort and Mt. Hood Skibowl. On this page you will find a free map for the hiking trails directly linked to Collins Lake Resort. If you are interested in exploring further we have hiking books fo sale at the Collins Lake Resort Headquarters. Also, members of the Hiking Club have developed a series of hikes in the area. On these hikes, members offer interpretive information you would not normally find yourself. They identify plants,trees, and animals, as well as lead you on alternative routs to viewpoints and describe to you a slice of history in the area. 503-272-3051 for Reservations!

Featured Programs

Wake up to a Walk! Wednesday-Sunday 6:50AM-8AM $5 Wake up with the birds and join a member of our hiking club on an hour hike to get your blood pumping for the day. A variety of different routes will be used. Sign up for our hiking club and this hike is FREE everyday!!!	Weekend Collins Lake Hike Saturday and Sunday 11AM-12PM Complimentary guided interpetive hike around the Collins Lake Resort Trail System. A Tour Guide will meet you at Collins Lake Resort Headquarters at 10:45AM and guide you through our wetlands, lake, and forested areas
Collins Lake Hiking Club Purchase a club membership for $40 and receive benefits all summer long. With your membership the Wake up Walks are free, we will have special other free hikes for club members throughout the summer and you receive 20 percent off of any scheduled hiking program or private hike. A great way to let us show you the mountian all summer long!	Skibowl/Tom Dick Peak Spectacular Saturday and Sunday 12:30PM-2:30PM Ride up Mt. Hood Skibowl's Lower and Upper Bowl chairlifts to two 5000 ft. plus peaks. Enjoy spectacular 360 degree views of Mt. Hood and the surrounding area including Mt. St. Helens, Mt. Jefferson, Mt. Adams, and Mt. Rainier. Paid admission to the Scenic Sky Chair Lift is required for this portion of the trip.

HIKING CLUB SERIES Private Hikes- Anytime, including sunset hikes. Book your guide today. (Each hike is flat rated for 1-10 people and 11-20 people. groups of 11-20 require an additional guide.) Pricing (available year-round) 2 Hours: $60 (1-10) $100 (11-20) 3 Hours: $75 (1-10) $140 (11-20) 4 Hours: $100(1-10) $180 (11-20) More than 4 Hours: Ask for a quote! GENERAL INFORMATION Reservations and CXL Policy A Reservation Form is required for each trip. A credit card is required to hold the reservation. Trips may be cancelled up to 48 hours before departure. After 48 hours the credit card will be charged for the balance due. HIKING CLUB RESERVATION FORM

SPECIAL EVENTS Full Moon, Astrology, Meteor Shower and Huckleberry Season hikes See the Highlights of the Year from Different Locations Our guide leads you to the best vantage point, and offers interpretive facts about the area. 2006 SCHEDULE Sun. July 02: Sunset Hike Sun. Aug. 06: Sunrise Hike Wed. Aug. 09: Full Moon Hike Sat. Aug. 26: Sunset Hike Sun. Sep. 04: Sunset Hike Thur.Sep. 07: Lunar Eclips at 6:46pm Fri. Sep. 22: Solar Eclipse TBA Check out the movie of last year's sunset/moonrise hike.

Popular Area Hikes. .

Meet Chopper, our Recreation Manager and main hiking guide

Welcome to the Village of Government Camp – Recreational Trails Guide

1. Optimator Hiking Trail-Moderately Difficult [3 Hours]
Hike through diverse forest enhanced by wildflowers and berries. Along the way you will pass Hemlock and Cedar trees, a sub alpine meadow, the progressive growth from the aftermath of a forest fire, and have the option to climb Multorpor Mountain for memorable views.
2. Lake Road Trail-Easy [2 Hours]
Stroll down Mt. Hood Skibowl's beautiful Lake Road pat a wide variety of trees and seasonal ponds.
3. Tom Dick Peak-Moderate [3 Hours includes time taken on chairlift]
Hike along Hanna Ridge to a 5065 ft peak with 360 degree views of the Cascade Volcanoes.
4. Skibowl Peak to Wind Lake-Moderately Easy (3 Hours includes time taken on chairlift)
From atop the 5027 ft peak of Mt. Hood Skibowl, hike through meadows and marshland. View wildflowers, Lodgepole Pines, and wildlife on your way to a hidden mountain lake.
5. Skibowl Peak to Mirror Lake Loop-Moderately Difficult [4 Hours]
A fantastic ridge line hike drops you down to Mirror Lake for the picture perfect views of Mt. Hood and it's views.
6. Crosstown Trail to Zig Zag Falls-Difficult [5 Hours]
Hike along Government Camp’s trail network through diverse terrain. Wildlife and wildflowers follow you to a fairytale waterfall.

7.Ramona Falls
Following the Sandy River, the trail looks upon Mt. Hood and ends at the 120-foot falls which cascade down a staircase of columnar basalt.
8. Little Crater Lake
Amidst a wildflower meadow and resting neat the Pacific Crest Trail, this lake is only 100-feet across and is amazingly clear.
9. Mirror Lake
Starting at Yocum Falls and climbing ever so gently to a private lake amongst the forest and with spectacular views of Mt. Hood.
10. Tamanawas Falls
On the eastern side of Mt. Hood lies this 100-foot waterfall which has carved out an amazing Cliffside for visitors to hike behind the curtain of water.
11. McNeil Point
For dramatic views of Mt. Hood from the western side, hike amongst alpine meadows and craggy vistas.
12, Wildwood Recreation Site
For those with short legs, the Wetland Trail and the Stream Watch Loop are perfect. Be sure to checkout the window for underwater viewing.

HIKING WEEKEND PACKAGE Starting at $58 Per Person/Night + Tax-Package Price Rated for 4 People Everyday Enjoy 2 Nights in a Luxurious Mountain Chalet and a 2 Hour Hiking Club Tour for 4 People. Make a Weekend Out of It! Invite Your Friends and Don't Worry About the Extra Guest Fee. CODE:HIKE GET OUT THERE AND EXPLORE YOUR NATIONAL FOREST!

 

PURCHASE FROM US FOR THE BEST PRICE!
Scenic Sky Chair Lift Tickets at the Adventure Park
Lower Bowl Lift Ticket: $7
Lower & Upper Lift Ticket: $9 (wknds/hldys only)

Hiking Books Available in our Gift Shop
“100 Hikes of Northwest Oregon” by William Sullivan: $14
“Hiking Mount Hood National Forest” by Maria Sinclair: $19
“Hikes and Walks on Mt Hood” by Sonia Buist: $11