Mount Hood

Ups & Downs

Millions of People Visit Oregon Volcanoes Every Year. Why?

Beyond the draw of their waterfalls and wildflowers, mountains remind us of our own resilience.

05/20/2026 By Brooke Jackson-Glidden

Sports

The Mount Hood Stunt Bag Where Olympic Snowboarders and Skiers Train

On an inflatable slope in the forest, elite athletes finesse their tricks.

02/04/2026 By Amelia Arvesen

Let It Snow

Where to Sled, Snowshoe, and Play in the Snow in Oregon

These are our favorite spots for powder playtime, plus all you need to know about sno-park permits.

01/05/2026 By Julia Silverman, Gabriel Granillo, and Portland Monthly Staff

Field Notes

A Magical Old-Growth Forest Hike Just an Hour from Portland

The Old Salmon River Trail promises towering trees, carpets of moss, and a perfect pool for a dip.

06/25/2024 By Ellee Thalheimer

THE INSIDER’S GUIDE TO MOUNT HOOD

Where to Bed Down for the Night on Mount Hood

A-frames, hot tubs, log cabins, and views for days

12/15/2022 By Julia Silverman Illustrations by Chris Koelling

Snow

The Insider’s Guide to Mount Hood

Tips on how to make the most of your day at the mountain, from the people who know

11/30/2022 By Sam Stites Illustrations by Chris Koelling

Mount Hood Guide: Into the Woods

Where to Snowshoe, XC Ski, and Sled on Mount Hood

Not into high-speed descents and expensive gear? Get out in the snow, one foot at a time.

11/20/2017 By Christopher Van Tilburg

NORTHWEST TRAVEL

How to Take Public Transit to Timberline

A carless trip to Mount Hood is easier than you think. You don’t even have to hitchhike.

09/29/2014 By Margaret Seiler

Portland Monthly

Mount Hood

Millions of People Visit Oregon Volcanoes Every Year. Why?

The Mount Hood Stunt Bag Where Olympic Snowboarders and Skiers Train

Where to Sled, Snowshoe, and Play in the Snow in Oregon

A Magical Old-Growth Forest Hike Just an Hour from Portland

Popular Content

Millions of People Visit Oregon Volcanoes Every Year. Why?

Where to Sled, Snowshoe, and Play in the Snow in Oregon

A Magical Old-Growth Forest Hike Just an Hour from Portland

Where to Snowshoe, XC Ski, and Sled on Mount Hood

Where to Bed Down for the Night on Mount Hood

The Mount Hood Stunt Bag Where Olympic Snowboarders and Skiers Train

Where to Bed Down for the Night on Mount Hood

The Insider’s Guide to Mount Hood

Where to Snowshoe, XC Ski, and Sled on Mount Hood

How to Take Public Transit to Timberline

Latest Issue

Mountain Magic