Clear Lake Cabin Lookout

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Mt. Hood National Forest

Cabin / lookout rental · USDA Forest Service · Mt. Hood National Forest Fees: The lookout is available during winter months, from Nov. 1 to May 31. The maximum length stay is seven consecutive nights. Fees are used for the maintenance and preservation of the lookout. Season: November 1 to May 31 Reservations: - Reservations available on Recreation.gov or call 877-444-6777 to make a reservation up to 6 months in advance. - The maximum length of stay is 7 consecutive nights with a maximum capacity of four… Overview Clear Lake Cabin Lookout is situated on the southern slope of Mt. Hood, providing spectacular panorama views of snow-covered treetops, alpine lakes and rugged Cascade peaks. It also provides access to a variety of recreational opportunities, including fishing, hiking and wildlife viewing, as well as winter sports. From December 1st through April 30th, and during winter driving conditions, the lookout can only be accessed by skiing, snowmobiling or snowshoeing 3.5 miles one way from a parking area at Skyline Sno-park. Winter driving conditions can occur in early fall and persist late into the spring. An ODOT Sno-Park permit is required to park at Skyline Sno-park and the trek takes about three to four hours. Guests are responsible for their own travel arrangements and safety, and must bring several of their own amenities. Recreation The surrounding area is popular among… Getting there: Access begins at the junction of Highway 26 and Forest Service Road 42, 12 miles south of Government Camp, Oregon, at the Skyline Sno-Park. Between 12/1 and 04/30, guests must park at the Sno-Park and ski, snowshoe or snowmobile to the facility . From the parking area, proceed on Forest Service Road 42 to the 240 spur road and continue to the lookout, approximately 3.2 miles with an elevation climb of 900 feet. It is a good path for moderate skiers and will take three-and-a-half to four hours… Rules: From December 1 through April 30, the lookout can only be accessed by skiing, snowmobiling or snowshoeing 3.5 miles one way from Skyline Sno-Park. (Winter gate closure.) Phone: 541-467-2291 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/234247 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: USFS, Clear Lake