Trails: 63 km (38 miles) of ungroomed trails in several Sno-Parks are designated for cross-country skiing:
Barlow Pass
Bennett Pass
Clark Creek
Frog Lake
Little John
Pocket Creek
Tilly Jane - access to backcountry cabin, three trails
White River Boy Scouts Camp
White River East
White River West
Some trails are multi-purpose shared with snowmobilers or winter ATVs. All trails are located at around the 4,000-foot level. Possible avalanche hazard may exist on open areas. Trail fee:Sno-Park Permit Tel: Mount Hood National Forest, Parkdale: 503-352-6002 (Monday to Friday)
Snow report: Trail conditions are posted on the Forest Service website. Nearest town: Government Camp, OR Web site:Mount Hood National Forest Trail map: Available at the ranger station in Parkdale Equipment rentals: XC ski equipment and snowshoes are available at Mount Hood Meadows Nordic Center (open weekends only), Cooper Spur, and Government Camp. Ski lessons: No Other activities: Snowmobiling, sliding at Little John Sno-Park, telemarking Facilities: Outhouse toilets at some trailheads Lodging on site: None Lodging nearby: Mt Hood area has several lodges, hotels and other accommodations. See the listings on the tourism website. Tourism info:Mt Hood Area Info Weather forecast:Government Camp Location of trails: The Sno-Parks are located along the eastern flanks of Mt Hood about 3 to 10 miles northeast of Government Camp on Highway 35. Map of local region:Barlow Pass
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