An easy 3.1 mile hike around Lost Lake in the Mt. Hood National Forest. We opted for the shorter version and turned around at the cabin. This is a nice flat lakeshore hike with views of Mt. Hood and the ever elusive Lost Lake Firebelly Newt (aka skanks to the locals...or maybe just me). You start this hike near the Lost Lake store and follow the path through the densely wooded forest along the lake, it's pretty obvious, you can go all the way around or go out and back, it's up to you. Note, in the summer this lake is busy, you can rent pedal boats, paddle boards, canoes and kayaks. If you'd like to avoid the crowds, visit from October - May.
We traveled from Hood River on highway 35 for 14 miles, turned right on Woodworth Road for another 2 miles. You will then turn right on Dee Highway (there will be signs directing you to Lost Lake) you will continue until you see Forest Road 13 which you will lead you all the way to the Lost Lake Campground. I definitely recommend this hike if you have out of town guests who want an up close and personal experience with Mt. Hood. Don't forget to stop by Double Mountain Brewery on your way home, you gotta get that heirloom pizza girl!
Enjoy.
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