PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – In the future, scaling the icy summit of Mt. Hood might not only take guts, gear and determination — it could also require a permit. The U.S. Forest Service and Mt Hood ...

MT. HOOD, Ore. — The Boulder Fire burning on the southeast side of Mt. Hood has grown from 60 acres to 160 acres in about 24 hours. The fire began Saturday afternoon. Officials say the fire remains ...

Lorenzo Oakes, an enrolled member of Saint Regis Mohawk and Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs descendant picks blueberries and huckleberries on a camping trip he took while visiting his uncle.

After summer backpacking season ends, before winter ski season begins, a magical window of time opens on Mount Hood. Fall is ...

WASCO COUNTY, Ore. (KPTV) - A growing wildfire has prompted Level 3, “GO NOW” evacuations for several campgrounds southeast of Mt. Hood, according to the Wasco County Sheriff’s Office. Fire Officials ...

A wildfire that ignited Saturday southeast of Mount Hood grew to 160 acres and has closed multiple campgrounds near Boulder Lake, fire officials said Monday. The Boulder Fire is one of a handful of ...

MT. HOOD, Ore. (KPTV) - Starting Thursday, July 17, fire restrictions will be in place at the Mount Hood National Forest to help prevent human-caused wildfires during the hot and dry conditions. All ...

There are plenty of beautiful parks and natural areas on Mount Hood, but how many boast an underwater viewing area? That’s one of several attractions at Wildwood Recreation Site, a natural getaway on ...

A natural hot springs that was closed down due to the spread of a wildfire is set to reopen this weekend. Mount Hood National Forest and Bagby Preservation announced Thursday that Bagby Hot Springs ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – A new, self-composting toilet has been added to the Twin Lakes campground in Mt. Hood National Forest, which will reportedly reduce the amount of toilet waste by 95% compared ...

The trees parted to a meadow of purple wildflowers. The glaciated silhouette of Oregon’s tallest mountain pierced the skyline, surrounded by swirling clouds. There it was: the breathtaking peak of ...