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Mount Hood National Forest
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Mount Hood, the mountain for which this forest was named, is a volcanic peak that has been dormant since the early 1900s. It was the last obstacle faced by the pioneers of the Oregon Trail. It's the highest point in Oregon, rising to 11,240 feet, and snow-covered year  round. Just an hour from metropolitan Portland, the city's skyline is dominated by Mount Hood's lofty presence.

Included in this area is the Columbia Gorge, a lush forest area featuring a densely packed series of glacial waterfalls. Whether you come to the forest for an afternoon hike or a weeklong backpacking trip, Mount Hood National Forest is a great place to be. You'll find it user-friendly: With well-maintained trails and an abundance of helpful rangers, the forest caters to a community that is actively involved in the outdoors.


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