United States
Oregon
Hood River County
Mount Hood National Recreation Area
Barlow Road & Trailhead for the PCT
United States
Oregon
Hood River County
Mount Hood National Recreation Area
Barlow Road & Trailhead for the PCT
Hiking Highlight
Recommended by 2 hikers
This Highlight is in a protected area
Please check local regulations for: Mount Hood Wilderness
The Historic Barlow Road was built in 1846 by Sam Barlow and Philip Foster to serve as the last overland segment of the Oregon Trail to make it possible cross the Cascade Range with the famous covered wagons.
At Barlow Road, you can access the Pacific Crest Trail to hike up towards Mount Hood and the famous Timberline Lodge. There is a picnic bench at the trailhead as well as some pit toilets and trash cans.
August 25, 2022
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