Recreation area

Vista Ridge Trailhead

Oregon — managed by USDA Forest Service

Open recreation area — no reservation needed

About this campground

No amenities. A popular trailhead to access the Mount Hood Wilderness with room for up to 10 cars. Provides access to: Vista Ridge Trail #626 and Mount Hood Wilderness.

Getting there

From Hood River, OR - drive south on Hwy 281 (Dee Hwy) for 13 miles. Turn right at a sign for Dee and Lost Lake. Immediately bear to the left, following signs for Lost Lake. After 8 miles turn left on Road 18 (Lolo Pass) and continue for 3 more miles. Turn left again on Road 16. After 5.5 miles, turn right onto Road 1650 and follow to trailhead. Caution: the last .5 mile of road is very rough

Activities

  • HIKING

Nearby federal campgrounds

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Details from Recreation.gov's official RIDB catalog. Conditions change — confirm with the managing office before you go. Not affiliated with Recreation.gov or any federal agency.