PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – In the future, scaling the icy summit of Mt. Hood might not only take guts, gear and determination — it could also require a permit. The U.S. Forest Service and Mt Hood ...

Stunning scenery, quiet waters and plenty of good amenities make Lost Lake a must-visit destination on the slopes of Mount Hood. The peaceful lake rests on the northwest side of Oregon’s tallest ...

There are few things that ruin a fantastic hike quicker than an extra-long drive to the trailhead, particularly when you’re traveling with children. Even when it’s a stunning hike, and even when it’s ...

This story originally appeared on Underscore Native News. In the shadow of Mt. Hood on the weekend of Aug. 8 to 10, a group of tents formed a circle underneath the towering trees of the Mt. Hood ...

The U.S. Forest Service has shut down Bagby Hot Springs, a campground and multiple trails and forest service roads in the Mt. Hood National Forest due to the Sandstone fire, burning near Thunder ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – The Boulder Fire, a wildfire burning in a steep, heavily forested area of the Mount Hood National Forest, has grown to more than 60 acres. The U.S. Forest Service’s Mount Hood ...

After summer backpacking season ends, before winter ski season begins, a magical window of time opens on Mount Hood. Fall is a glorious time on and around Oregon’s tallest mountain. At lower ...