Trillium Lake Mt Hood
Trillium Lake in Mount Hood National Forest
Trillium Lake is situated 7.5 miles (12.1 km) south-southwest of Mount Hood in the U.S.
state of Oregon. It is formed by a dam at the headwaters of Mud Creek,
tributary to the Salmon River. It was created by the state Department of Fish
and Wildlife in 1960.
The lake is
popular for fishing, camping and photography, often clearly reflecting Mount
Hood. Adjacent Trillium Lake Campground is administered by the Zigzag Ranger
District of the Mount Hood National Forest. Be sure to bring your camera to
Trillium lake as it hosts breathtaking views of Mount Hood which are best
observed during sunrise and sunset.
During the warmer months Trillium lake is great for swimming though the
water can be cold at times due to its high elevation and nearby snow melt. There is a short trail that runs around
Trillium lake which is great for a quick hike or jog and runs about 2-3 miles.
Trillium Lake
Campground is located just minutes from Government Camp off of Highway 26 in
the beautiful Mount Hood National Forest. The campground sits on the east side
of the lake with some campsites nestled up near the shore the lake and others
more inland lacking in lakeside views.
The campground is very popular and can fill up during peak season so be
sure to either make reservations or show up early to grab a site. There are two loops at the campground
featuring 52 single sites and 5 double sites.
There is a day use area at Trillium lake near the dam with a $5 per
vehicle fee. No motorized boats are
allowed on trillium however there is a nicely paved boat launch for human
powered boats.
The Trillium Lake
is located about 40 miles southeast of Portland, in the Mt. Hood National
Forest. It sits at an elevation of 3,600 feet, and is nestled in a shady, mixed
conifer forest.
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