Government Camp Ready For Summer!

The Lodge At Government Camp — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 17:21:38 +0000

Located on the south slope on Mt. Hood, Government Camp is a picturesque alpine village. At an elevation of 4,000 feet and with an average snowfall close to 300 inches, it is the base camp for a wide range of outdoor activities and adventures.

Summertime arrives with wildflowers in rotational bloom, huckleberries ripe for picking, fishing, hiking, birding, Adventure Park at Ski Bowl and glacier skiing at Timberline Ski Area.

Explore the nearby Oregon Trail and early mountain climbing and skiing history at the Mt. Hood Cultural Center & Museum. Arts classes and demonstrations including painting, black iron and fiber mediums are available through the Mt Hood Cultural Center & Museum’s Arts Cabins Program. Shop for unique local artist.s and craftsman’s work as well as Mt Hood mementos.

Enjoy the local nightlife with live music at one or more venues on most weekends.

Driving the Mt Hood Scenic Byway or scenic forest roads is a great way to spend the day.

Discover the benefits of visiting during winter midweek as well as the fall and spring shoulder seasons.

For more information, visit these great resources:

http://www.mounthoodinfo.com/

http://www.mthoodterritory.com/