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.

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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.

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November 3, 2023

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This is the intersection of several trails and roads with the PCT. From this point, you can take the PCT to start the ascent up Mount Hood.

There is a picnic table and toilet at this spot as well.

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Best Hikes to Barlow Road & Trailhead for the PCT

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1. Palmateer Point & Twin Lakes Trail loop — Mt. Hood National Forest

15.3km

04:27

420m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Upper Twin Lake loop from Government Camp

11.2km

03:11

250m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Palmateer Point loop from Barlow Butte

10.8km

03:07

290m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 1,260 m

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Location: Mount Hood National Recreation Area, Hood River County, Oregon, United States

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Barlow Road & Trailhead for the PCT

1. Palmateer Point & Twin Lakes Trail loop — Mt. Hood National Forest

2. Upper Twin Lake loop from Government Camp

3. Palmateer Point loop from Barlow Butte

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