Backpacking The Timberline Trail Mt Hood Oregon вђ Subaru Last updated: september 25, 2023. the timberline trail around mt. hood is one of oregon’s most iconic and scenic trails. this 40 mile backpacking loop is a fantastic way to experience the immense size and beauty of mt. hood. on the timberline you’ll encounter lush old growth forests, pristine alpine waterfalls, wildflower filled meadows. 3 day itinerary. for the experienced lightweight backpacker. day 1: timberline lodge to ramona falls (10 miles, mostly downhill). alternatively, you can make tomorrow shorter by continuing 3 miles to muddy forks, but this section is the infamous “blowdown section” and is slow going.
The Timberline Trail A Complete Guide To Backpacking Around Mt Hood The timberline trail is one of the most iconic hiking trails in oregon that loops around the base of mount hood. it is 41.5 miles (with options to make it longer) and 10,000 ft in elevation gain (and loss). there are multiple glacier river crossings, downed trees, beautiful views of mount hood, and so many options on how to hike it. At a glance. distance: 42 miles, 10,340 feet of elevation gain. completion time: 2 4 days (10 20 miles per day) location: mount hood, 1.5 hours from portland, oregon. trail type: loop. scenery: beautiful old forests, sprawling meadows full of wildflowers, some rocky sandy exposed sections. this hike really has it all and shows you how diverse. At about 40 miles total, as a loop, it would make for a wonderful weekend trip. and so, just 2 weeks after the three sisters, i hiked the timberline trail around mt hood. while preparing for this adventure, the popular route to go about it was to start at timberline lodge and hike clockwise. The incredible timberline trail, beginning at timberline lodge and circling the immense mount hood, is the backpacking trip of a lifetime. covering about 40 miles on both the pacific crest trail and timberline trail, most people complete the trip in 4 days and 3 nights. located in the cascade region, this trip features stunning views of mount hood, mount st. helens, mount rainier, mount adams.
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