Discover Timberline

Eight Decades of Adventure

Sitting amidst the Mt Hood National Forest, Timberline Lodge is a breathtaking starting point for hiking trails around the mountain. With trails that begin right outside the lodge doors and dozens of scenic Oregon hikes within a short drive, there is a hiking trail for hikers of all skill levels.

Timberline Bike Park offers lift-accessed downhill mountain biking on Mt. Hood, with trails for all skill levels—from flowy beginner runs to expert technical lines. Ride through forests and meadows, with jumps, berms, and stunning alpine views. Rentals, lessons, and youth camps available.

Get the home team advantage by signing up for Timberline Summer Camps. We’re the only camp with slope side lodging, a small coach-to-camper ratio, amazing afternoon activities, and year-round coaching professionals. Our focus is making you better and having a good time doing it. 

One of our most popular summer activities is a ride on the Magic Mile Chair Lift to the mountain’s 7000′ level – no skis or snowboards needed! The spectacular view of Mt. Hood, Palmer Snowfield and nearby Mt. Jefferson is one you’ll never forget.

The Pacific Crest Trail spans 2,650 miles from the Mexican border to Canada. Timberline Lodge intersects the PCT and makes for a welcome oasis and resupply station for thousands of PCT hikers all summer long. Whether you're hiking the entire PCT or a segment of the trail, stop in at Timberline Lodge for a hearty meal, a shower, and to restock for your adventure.

Timberline is home to the most energetic summer snow scene on the planet. Everyone from Olympic athletes to up-and-coming racers to freestyle enthusiasts descend on our Palmer Snowfield, and we always maintain open areas to the public so intermediate and more advanced skiers and riders can enjoy summertime turns on the South slopes of Mt. Hood.

Timberline’s winter season kicks off as early as mid-November and continues through the end of May. Thanks to our high-elevation advantage, we’re always the first ski area to open on Mt. Hood—and the last to call it quits. More days, more snow, more turns.

From the top of Palmer to Government Camp, tackle Timberline’s record 4,540′ vertical—the longest in the U.S.! Carve from high alpine slopes down through winding forest trails for one epic, nonstop run. Nowhere else in North America delivers this kind of top-to-bottom adventure.

During our winter season, guests with a season pass or lift ticket can catch a ride on the Palmer Snowcat to 8,540 feet on Mt. Hood. To experience the entire 4,540' vertical, ski or snowboard all the way down to Summit Pass.

Snowshoeing is fun, easy, and there is no better place than Timberline to try it out. Walking atop the snow, you can move quickly for a bit of a work out or simply go for a leisurely stroll while you explore the unique high-alpine terrain surrounding Timberline Lodge.

Summit Pass is Timberline’s beginner-friendly ski and snowboard area, perfect for learning the basics in a relaxed, welcoming environment. With gentle slopes, affordable lift tickets, and easy access from Government Camp, it’s the ideal place to start your mountain journey.

Skiing and snowboarding, and improving technique, is a lifelong journey at Timberline. Lessons are not just for beginners! Lessons are also a way to hone your skills and take you to the next level.