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3.8 (519 reviews)
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Kelsie D.

Historic! Awesome! Such a neat place to see and stay! If you're a fan of The Shining or historic places it is a must see. Such a grand place. The big fireplaces, giant beams, neat architecture! Lots of hiking in the summer, skiing and snowboarding on the winter. Great views, a must visit!

Lisa S.

We were in Portland on our way to Spokane and decided to take a detour to see Mount Hood. References said the best place to start was Timberline Lodge so we headed that way. So glad we did. The lodge is beautiful and with my love for The Shining, it was fun to see both inside and out. The location of the lodge allows you to see the mountain up close and personal. I highly recommend taking Magic Mike tram to get you 2/3 up the side of the mountain. The views are stunning. In mid August, we still saw snow but the weather was warm enough for shorts. The trip up the tram was breezy but I never felt cold. Stop into the lodge to visit the park rangers who can give you great tips on hiking trails and even flyers on wildflowers. Very glad we made the detour.

Hot cocoa
Madie D.

Okay such a fun lodge!! Timberline Lodge is the perfect winter getaway! We took a couple breaks here while snowboarding all day - there was a short wait for lunch & drinks at the restaurant upstairs during après, but the wait was shorter than estimated each time. The bread bowls are SO good - ask for a side of butter for the most divine salt & pepper butter you will ever consume. The hot cocoa was decorated beautifully - it is 100% Swiss Miss, but the $9 price will get you whipped cream, heath bar, and chocolate / caramel syrup on top which is so worth it post a day of snowboarding. I had such a lovely day here and cannot wait to be back, hopefully to stay as guests and make use of the spa! They close early (around 7 I believe) if you're not a guest, so keep that in mind. Super romantic, cute, winter Christmas spot!

Beautiful interior of main lobby
Joan F.

Historic and stunning, this lodge is a must visit anytime of year. On the first day of summer for our visit, it was 36 degrees, windy and raining. But it was comfortable and spacious inside. Normally sitting outside the grand lodge in their massive wooden chairs for conversation or a book or just gazing at the sights is satisfying. Today was not that day, but maybe you'll have better weather luck. It's a magical, old place regardless of the weather.

Sara G.

Lots to explore at the historic Timberline Lodge, an architectural masterpiece nestled on the slopes of Mount Hood This iconic lodge, built during the 1930s as part of the Works Progress Administration, is insane craftsmanship and resilience. With its hand-carved beams, stone fireplaces, and stunning views, it's a cozy mountain escape. Oh, and did I mention the resident Saint Bernard, Heidi? This sweet pup has made Timberline her home, greeting guests with her warm, fluffy and slobbery presence. A perfect companion to this lodge's history and charm! You could spend hours here or just have a quick lunch.

FDR's President chair
Ellen M.

Definitely worth a visit to see this historical site if you're in the Mt. Hood area. We watched the short video on how it came to be and wandered through the lobby and various rooms. It has been kept in pristine condition. The front entry was shut down for renovation while we were there, so you had to take either the service elevator or climb the stairs through the kitchen area to get to the main floor.

Timberline Lodge in March
Olena V.

As a Stephen King fan, I was beyond excited to stay at this hotel and it exceeded all my expectations. Of course, it's super old school and the rooms are small, and you can hear your neighbors walking by in the hall - but it spoils nothing, because of the endless class and charm of Timberline Lodge. We also got an early check-in at 2pm which was very nice of them since I knew that all the rooms were fully booked. We tried several of the restaurants, went for a swim in their huge hot tub/pool, curled up with a book by the main fireplace and had lots of fun while doing all this. I would love to come back here during the summertime as well.

Tour guide
Jerry C.

Talk about historical! This place is a most stop for anyone touring Oregon. The craftsmanship and beauty of this building is breathtaking. Several restaurants and you can stay here and ski in the winter. Definitely do one of the Forest service guided tours.

Timberline Lodge, Wood carving, Indian Head Door, by Jim Duncan, 1937
Mark S.

We did a quick overnight trip to Timberline Lodge, for a family birthday. The Lodge is cool, it's funky, it's very non-corporate, it's old. It's pretty expensive too, but this was a special occasion for us. $400 for the night with no other extras, 2 adults. The employees are very nice, many seem to be local kids/young adults. I think the service was excellent! I thought it was cool to see the young people doing such a great job running the huge place. The pool area looked good, but I did not use it. We were more into the trails, just outside the Lodge... we found a bench just a minute away, where we could just view Mt. Hood. It is amazing up close. Great photo opportunity. We did not eat at the Lodge... we ate on the way up, at Government Camp, the Mt. Hood Brewing Co., which was excellent. The Blue Ox Bar did not appear to be open, we hope to try it next time. The drive to Timberline Lodge is an important part of your journey, it is amazing!

Henry P.

I had an incredible experience here, the staff are so friendly and helpful . I want to give a shootout to Kelsey for making sure we were having a good time and going above and beyond!

Spanish Coffee drink.
Always H.

We had a couple of drinks at the Ramshead bar. Austin made a fantastic Spanish coffee drink. The food was great.

Snow, slopes & stunning views aside, I'd like to truly commend the the whole staff here. I started learning to snowboard ~4yrs ago coming outta COVID & needing a way to rebuild physically since I was too fragile for my prior sports. I cannot express enough gratitude for everyone at Timberline from front desk, to shop crew, lift crew, park crew & ski patrol. From Day 1 of falling on my ass literally every 5ft, to riding from top of Mile to the bottom of the Pine this spring with no stops--y'all have offered advice, made sure I wasn't injured when you saw me go splat (a LOT), taught me how to take care of my equipment, & have THE best hype vibe ever no matter what the day or the weather. Thank you to everyone up here that keeps things trucking all year round!!! P.S.- Extra shoutout to the shop crew specifically for extending your friendships to me & my partner--homemade baked goods for life for y'all LMAO

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Terry-Jo L.

There is a Mt Hood Shuttle Express bus that has a few stops from Sandy OR to the lodge. $2 each way. Pretty darn handy when they post "Chains required" due to snow conditions and you forget to pack the chains!!! Super helpful lodge staff. Excellent buffet lunch in the lodge. Great gift shops with all sorts of cool nifty things. Great day on the mountain!!!

You can find these carved critters throughout the entire lodge. Each is a different animal. I love this.

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Ask the Community - Timberline Lodge

Are there any electric vehicle charging, EV, tesla?

Hi! There are no EV charging stations at Timberline Lodge. The only EV station I am aware of on the mountain is the Barlow Trail Roadhouse in Welches, right off highway 26. Timberline Lodge is about a 20 - 25 minute drive from that charging station.

Is the resort dog friendly for guests staying with a pet?

Hi! We got married at Timberline Lodge in 2018 and stayed the night there with our pup the evening after the wedding. I'm not sure if they bent the rules for us because it was our special day, but Bruno & Heidi are always cruising around the lodge… Read more

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It was a last minute decision due to my love of The Shining and our love of the mountains and hiking in general.

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Mt. Hood Meadows - Tree Run

Mt. Hood Meadows

3.1(170 reviews)
2.2 mi

If you've never been to Mt. Hood Meadows, you're seriously missing one of the best parts of winter…read more For my family, it's more than just a ski trip -- it's a yearly tradition. We take the ski and snowboard bus every year, and it's easily the highlight of our season. There's nothing quite like a full day on the mountain together. The crisp mountain air, the stunning snowy views, and the excitement of that first run set the tone for an unforgettable day. From morning until the lifts close, it's nonstop fun and quality time we all look forward to. One of the things I love most about Mt. Hood Meadows is the variety of terrain. Whether you're just learning or have been skiing or snowboarding for years, there's something for everyone. My favorite has to be the Vista lift -- the ride up offers absolutely breathtaking views of Mt. Hood and the surrounding mountains. It's one of those moments where you just pause and take it all in. And the run down is just as incredible -- smooth, scenic, and so much fun. The real magic happens on those perfect "Blue Bird" days. Clear skies, bright sunshine, and fresh snow sparkling beneath you -- it doesn't get better than that. Those are the days that create lasting memories and keep us coming back year after year. Mt. Hood Meadows isn't just a ski resort to us -- it's where winter traditions are made and some of our favorite family memories begin.

I had an amazing time at Mt. Hood Meadows. Being from California, I took a trip to see one of my…read morebest friends who lives in Portland and we ended up taking a snowboard trip to Mt. Hood Meadows. The mountain was very open and scenic and I had a blast visiting! Even with it being a holiday weekend it didn't feel as busy as resorts I've been to in California. No complaints at all!

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Mt. Hood Skibowl - "America's Largest Night Ski Area" - Ski Magazine

Mt. Hood Skibowl

2.7(233 reviews)
3.6 mi

My boyfriend and I got tickets online the morning of for tubing. We learned later you will need to…read moreprint the ticket and attach to your clothes for scanning. Which you can do on sight, either outside or inside the office when you come in. Also if you drive here, you will need to print a parking pass for your car. The tubing itself was a lot of fun. You have people mover/ conveyor belt to get you from bottom of the hill to the top. You can also do single or tandem tubes. There is a lodge on top of the hill that has restrooms, food/drinks, and two fire places. Overall a great way to spend a few hours enjoying the snow. You can also do other snow activities and can rent equipment as needed

Came here for a visit to enjoy a friends birthday and I have to say, beyond the views I was mighty…read moreunimpressed with the operation and quality of the activities being run. We did multiple activities including the toboggan, Indy cars, and batting cages. The Indy cars we were most excited about but was extremely poorly run. They were down to a single iPad for entering in "account information" which would disconnect frequently and massively hold up the lines. Also with folks rotating helmets left and right you were subject to a sweaty helmet straight from the head of another patron to yours. Would have loved some level of sanitation or head cover in between. It felt disorganized and frantic getting people through. Then there was the batting cages which honestly were a sad excuse for what a cage should be. For one, as expressed in many other reviews there simply aren't enough bats. There's one single adult sized bat there split across say 6 different cages which as you can imagine creates quite the bottleneck when trying to participate. Also the majority of the helmets are either falling apart or way too big. Just gave the feeling of knowing it's a problem and not wanting to fix it. Expect a wait if you're looking to get more than a couple swings in, or a bent children's bat for that matter. Lastly was just the general things like empty hand sanitizers, no paper towels in the men's bathroom, things that aren't that major but just add up when you see it consistently across multiple areas. Especially for the price you pay for a pass, it just didn't seem accounted for. I enjoyed time friends but would by no means recommend or rush back to this summer activity as it is simply not worth the drive out from Portland.

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Timberline Summit Pass - Wait inline for days

Timberline Summit Pass

2.7(25 reviews)
2.6 mi

Timberline Summit Pass Five Stars, No Waiting, All Smiles…read more Timberline Summit Pass came in clutch. On a day when Mount Hood Meadows was an absolute zoo road backed up for miles, cars abandoned like a snowbound parade, and humans standing in line like cattle waiting for a bus that may or may not arrive sometime next season we made the executive decision to pivot. Best call of the day. Parking at Meadows? Forget it. Shuttle line? Wrapped around the block. And I'm not exaggerating when I say it looked like ten busloads of people standing there at 11 a.m., staring into the abyss, hoping luck would smile upon them. Minimum hour wait if you're lucky... and that's before tickets, walking, and lift lines. Meanwhile, we rolled over to Timberline Summit Pass, found a miracle parking spot near a snow berm, walked about five feet, and were basically done. For around $47, this pass is an absolute steal. I'm an avid skier, and they had fresh powder, nicely groomed runs, and everything running smoothly. No chaos. No stress. Just skiing. We wanted to ski early and get home for a Ducks game and this setup delivered perfectly. While everyone else was still standing around burning daylight, we were already making turns. We skied, we laughed, we didn't rush, and when we were done, we cruised down to Rat Settlers for pizza and lunch like civilized adults. All in, about a hundred bucks for the two of us two older folks just farting around on skis, enjoying the mountain. My wife even got to break in a brand-new set of skis, which is exactly what this little mountain is perfect for. That's the beauty of Summit Pass: it's not trying to be everything. It's fun, beautiful, efficient, and ideal for warming up, getting reps in, or introducing kids and folks who haven't skied all year. No $100+ tickets. No $300 "premium experience." Just honest skiing at a fair price. Big kudos to Timberline Summit Pass. We made the most of our day while others wasted theirs in line, and I'll absolutely be back with the kids, with friends, and anytime I want a low-stress, high-fun day on the snow. You truly can't beat the price or the experience.

Beginning ski hill. Also has some intermediate runs so…read morebeginners can level up or intermediate can shake out the cobwebs. The real cool part is the shuttle up to the top. You can park down at Summit, ride the shuttle to Timberline, get on the Mile and if running, the Palmer lift to head to the top of that ski area, then take the Alpine 4+ miles down to summit pass to catch the next shuttle. Woohooooo! I have not done this yet as I'm only on day 5 from a 15+ year absence from skiing. Eventually I'll get back up to Timberline and work my way to the alpine. This is a ski area so prices for food and drink prices will be high. Be prepared. The food is good but early in the morning chili is a bit chilly. Hot sausage is cool temperature wise. But both are good when you need the energy. Today I had chili tots. Still too cold. But there's beer and a few hard alcohol drinks you can wash everything down. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Erin on the new magic carpet is very supportive and encourages all to keep going. Thanks Erin. Ski lift seats are mostly hard wood without a foot rest or bar to pull down. but it gets you up to the top of this ski area. The jump off is low and the runout is steep. Tip, ride the lift to the edge of the fall away and then push off the chair. The slopes are groomed but a bit icy today (two weeks ago). Later when the sun came out the snow softened. This place reminds me of where I learned to ski; small two lift Mama-Papa places in Japan. Except Summit is missing the Kirn Ichiban beer, Yakitori and steaming hot bao. But that was like another lifetime for me. This ski area is has everything I need to meet my "Get Back On The Snow" goal. It's open every day from 9:am, it has food and drinks, ski rentals, a magic carpet, one lift and a shuttle to the top when I'm ready. Ahh yes, very comfortable, but I do miss the bao.

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Snow Bunny Sno Park - Be careful out there when sledding!

Snow Bunny Sno Park

4.2(6 reviews)
3.1 mi

Came up to the mountain with the kids and it's been an unseasonably warm winter. Hardly any snow,…read moreeven at Government Camp. And Timberline has banned sledding on their property (boo). So we decided to give Snow Bunny a try and it worked out well. They have a decent sized parking lot and we found a space. We got a $6 permit at Timberline that was good for the day and also covered parking in Government Camp while we were there. There are small, medium and large hills - my kids tried all of them. We stayed for a good hour and would come back again.

A great little area for kids (or adults) who don't like to ski or snowboard, and very budget…read morefriendly. You can get a season pass for only $25 which you can print at home. Or you can stop at one of many locations on the way up there and buy a day pass, which I believe is $3 as of January 2025. We've done multiple times and always arrive at about 10 AM and there is plenty of parking. When we leave around noon, there is often a line of cars waiting to get into the parking lot. Arrive early! If you go during snowfall or right after a good amount of snowfall, it'll be great. But if you go after there has been a lack of snowfall, some of the hills will show bare. There's a couple small hills right when you arrive but if you follow the trail up, you will find some bigger hills up the trail off to the right. If you go up the trail a couple hundred feet there is another trail that goes up to the left, which isn't super fast, but is longer and fun! The downside is the bear spots after a lack of snow and another downside is many of the slopes are really bumpy! All our kids want to do is play in the snow so it's all worth it for us!

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Snow Bunny Sno Park - Map of the nearby area. Lots of hiking, XC, and snow-shoeing trails!

Map of the nearby area. Lots of hiking, XC, and snow-shoeing trails!

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beer stube

beer stube

2.5(2 reviews)
3.6 mi

I can't believe I never thought to take photos of my favorite place to grab a beer - at government…read morecamp - but would have if I'd known how few could be found online. That said, this is my favorite place to eat up at Government Camp. It's probably everybody's favorite place to grab a beer. At least, the fave for anyone skiing at Ski Bowl or attending the Adventure Park in the summer. I spent NYE of 2006/2007 here celebrating. My friends wanted to go this year but no one would volunteer to be the DD. haha You can stand on the deck and watch the fireworks, which is what we did. I was here this past weekend and was thrilled that they still had Juble Ale on tap. It totally hit the spot after a rough go of skiing after having not skied in years. The nacho is as big as a mountain so if you come with a group and are just kind-of hungry, this is probably your best option. However; the burgers look amazing and they come with lots of seasoned fries. The prices are a little less than the bars in trendier locations at Government Camp. The only downside is that they often only have one person tending bar so the line for a beer or food can get long and slow. Not that the other bars aren't busy as well. My advice is to take your half finished beer to the order queue with you, so you can drink it while you wait. More than likely you will be finished by the time you get to the front of the line.

I was thirsty after skiing. But alas, I was not under 40. I…read moresat at the bar for 15 dry minutes watching bartender SCOTTY ignore me. That's a shame. I make more money than him and would've treated him kindly. I'll take me gold elsewhere. Ouch for you, Scotty and bier stübe.

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Best Western Mt. Hood Inn

Best Western Mt. Hood Inn

2.8(95 reviews)
3.3 mi
$$

So Best Western Mt Hood Inn was the closest hotel could find for my first ultra 50k. Or really if…read moreplan on skiing or snowboarding up in Mt Hood also great spot. I remembering seeing family with kids all ready hit the slopes with full outfits and ski ready to go. It located right off major interstate leads u up to Mt Hood. Beautiful area settle up in Oregon mountains. So much lush greenery all the trees, higher elevation, cooler weather, and no doubt feel nothing of city life. The rooms are nice. I got standard room with two beds. The amenities in the rooms were nice. I liked fact had refrigerator in the room keep our hydration cold or drinks over the weekend. They have nice little hot tub area. It would have been nice little hotter but worked great post race. Free breakfast each morning for the guest. Nothing crazy only got use it once but had blueberry muffin. Good. Wi-Fi has good signal. They have small gym room. The staff is great from check in. They were welcoming, friendly, and all smiles. Overall great experience and help make race weekend less stressful. If signup ultra race Mt Hood or hitting the slopes. Best Western Mt Hood Inn would recommend!!!!!

I came here for a four day weekend getaway. There are so pros and cons to this place…read more It is located walking distance to town/government camp. A queen suite contains a fridge, cooktop, and dishes/cookware. Make sure to bring napkins or paper towels. They do have breakfast that is served daily and is just meh. There is a small hot tub for about 6 people at most. The internet was terrible. We had gotten the front desk to help us get the internet to work to stream so we could watch some tv. It took extra long to watch a movie as it continuously lost connect or buffers. We were only given two towels sets, so we had to ask for more towels. Note the walls are paper thin too. Overall this hotel was meh, and would not recommend staying here for the price

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