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Brightwood

While driving the most significant elevation climb on Mt. Hood, you pass through Brightwood, Welches, Zigzag and Rhododendron — the villages of Mt. Hood.

Located in close proximity to high-mountain lakes, rivers chilled from the mountain’s melting glaciers and the Mt. Hood National Forest, this is the outdoor enthusiast’s playground. Explore the landscape by bike, ski or foot; ride the waters in a kayak or raft; or test your skills at fly fishing.

: Robbie McClaran

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Nearby Cities: Welches, Zigzag, Rhododendron, Sandy, Government Camp

Brightwood Trip Ideas

Cycling the Oregon Trail, Barlow Road

By the morning of our last day, we were all a little tired (I only had one Scotch, I swear) but also excited about the day's route, which follows some of Mt. Hood's most striking roads. We traveled...

By Otis Rubottom, Guest Author
Mt. Hood Hiker’s Bucket List

The graceful white cone of Mt. Hood beckons on Portland’s horizon, just an...

By William L. Sullivan
Cross-country Ski Mt. Hood

In the Mt. Hood area, there are cross-country ski trails for all levels,...

By Eileen Garvin

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Things to Do in Brightwood

Outdoor Adventures Near Brightwood

Cycling the Oregon Trail, Barlow Road

Brightwood, Mt. Hood & Columbia River Gorge

Shred Mt. Hood and Windsurf The Gorge

Welches, Mt. Hood & Columbia River Gorge

A Family Winter Weekend on Mt. Hood

Welches, Mt. Hood & Columbia River Gorge

Summer Adventures at Oregon Ski Areas

Zigzag, Southern Oregon

Mt. Hood History and Huckleberries

Government Camp, Mt. Hood & Columbia River Gorge

Tollgate

Rhododendron, Mt. Hood & Columbia River Gorge

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Can you ski at Mt. Hood in the summer?

The summer skiing on Mount Hood rocks! We were just up skiing on Hood yesterday and it was an amazing day. When are you coming, do you need to rent gear, and what would say your ability level is currently? Can’t wait to have you out here in Oregon! Have a fantastic day and can’t…