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MT. HOOD MEADOWS

📍Government Camp, Oregon, USA

🏔️ Expert Paradise🌲 Tree Skiing❄️ Powder Haven🧗 Backcountry AccessIndependent☀️ Year-round destination

Photo: Ben pcc · Public domain · Photo details

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Vertical drop
2,777 ft*
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Skiable terrain
2,150 acres
❄️
Avg snowfall
430 in
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Lifts
12*
Hotels & direct contacts ↓

GETTING THERE

Nearest Airports

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PDX
Portland International
About 1.5–2.5 hours
drive time
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RDM
Redmond Municipal
About 2–3 hours
drive time

Approximate planning ranges; allow extra time for traffic and winter conditions.

Approach Meadows on Oregon Highway 35 via US 26 from Government Camp or the Hood River side from I-84. Check winter road conditions, the resort parking report and the Sno-Park permit requirements. Meadows and Timberline have separate access roads. If a lesson or meal is booked, verify which resort and base it uses.

WHERE TO STAY

Use these picks to compare location, atmosphere and the kind of stay you want. Ask for a total quote for your dates and room, including fees and cancellation terms.

luxury

Premium experiences with exceptional amenities

Luxury$$$$ · earlier budget guide

Timberline Lodge

lodge · At Timberline ski area · separate road trip to Meadows

Choose it for the historic building and a meal at Timberline. On Meadows ski days, plan the road journey between the two ski areas.

Historic lodge staysDining at Timberline
♨️Guest hot tub🏊Heated outdoor pool
Features to ask about

Earlier listings mention Ask about transport arrangements, Ask about ski storage. Current availability at this property or in your room is not confirmed.

Sources & planning details

Checked: mountain access, recommendation details, Guest hot tub, Heated outdoor pool.

Without current field-level confirmation: identity, property type, booking link, price guide, Ask about transport arrangements, Ask about ski storage.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-31

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

View hotel / booking page

premium

High-quality stays with great features

Premium

Mt. Hood Oregon Resort

resort · In Welches on Mt. Hood

A broad room-and-suite range, two restaurants, and a year-round heated pool make it a self-contained Mt. Hood-area retreat.

Mt. Hood-area staysRooms and suitesPool and on-site dining
🏊Pool
Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link, pool.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-27

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

View hotel / booking page

mid-range

Quality stays at reasonable prices

Mid-range

Collins Lake Resort

vacation-rental · In the heart of Government Camp

Two- and three-bedroom rentals in Government Camp suit groups planning a Mt. Hood stay, with an on-site team to help select a unit.

Government Camp staysTwo- or three-bedroom rentalsFamilies and groups
Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-27

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

View hotel / booking page
Mid-range$$ · earlier budget guide

Best Western Mt. Hood Inn

hotel · Government Camp · drive to Meadows

It works well if you want a hotel room in Government Camp and plan to drive to Meadows or Timberline on different days.

Government Camp staysSki-area road trips
Features to ask about

Earlier listings mention Ask about hot tub access, Ask about swimming facilities, Confirm pet-room policy. Current availability at this property or in your room is not confirmed.

Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link.

Without current field-level confirmation: property type, price guide, Ask about hot tub access, Ask about swimming facilities, Confirm pet-room policy.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-31

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

View hotel / booking page

budget

Affordable options that get the job done

Budget

Huckleberry Inn

inn · In Government Camp with access to Mt. Hood ski areas

The all-day restaurant makes an early meal easy, and guests can walk to Government Camp’s ski rental and retail shops.

Mt. Hood ski tripsFamilies and groupsWalkable ski rentals
Sources & planning details

Checked: identity, property type, mountain access, recommendation details, booking link.

Supporting source ↗ · checked 2026-10-27

Contact sources cover contact details, independently of room amenities.

View hotel / booking page

OVERNIGHT STAYS & CAMPERVANS

For Mt. Hood Meadows, compare a booked room or rental around Government Camp with a designated campsite that accepts your vehicle and winter dates. Choose your base around the daily mountain journey and the power, water and indoor facilities you need.

Compare lodging options ↗

Book a designated overnight place for your vehicle and dates. Day parking does not provide permission to camp.

Sources & planning context

Historical planning figures · Figures marked * come from earlier references and may differ from current resort figures.

Other names · Hood Meadows, Meadows, Mt Hood Meadows

Compare the setting and type of stay. Room choice, availability and the total booking price are specific to your dates.

Typically mid November to early May

A broad planning range from the historical guide, conditions permitting. Use the operator’s schedule for your travel dates.

Official schedules & conditions ↗
Schedule source ↗Official resort ↗
Official website
https://www.skihood.com/
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Summer and winter destination
Yes
Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
Beyond winter
Scenic chairlift rides, guided hikes and summer mountain events.
Source ↗ · Oct 25, 2026
Skiable area (acres)
2150
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Reported average snowfall (in)
430
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Base elevation (ft)
4528
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026
Night skiing
Scheduled · 2026–27 · Current 2026-27 night-ticket dates to be announced · The current product proves night access, but the operator has not yet published exact dates or one closing time.
Source ↗ · Oct 27, 2026

Historical mountain figures awaiting field-level confirmation: Vertical drop (ft), Lifts, Runs, Summit elevation (ft), Longest run (mi).

Individual listings retain their own sources and check dates. A source check covers only the named details; it does not confirm availability. Snowfall averages describe climate, not a forecast.

Meadows winter trail maps ↗Published ski area and elevation statistics, lifts, learning areas and canyon gate instructions. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Meadows gated access ↗The mountain report publishes access and avalanche reduction updates for gated terrain. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Meadows operator base and area map ↗Highway 35 serves the ski area. The map shows the main and Hood River Meadows lots and Sno-Park arrangements. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Home - Hotel at Mt. Hood Oregon Resort | Best Western Getaway ↗Mt. Hood Oregon Resort · Welches · 147 guest rooms or suites · Mallards Café · Altitude Restaurant · year-round heated outdoor pool · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Mt. Hood Vacation Rentals | Government Camp Lodging ↗heart of Government Camp, Oregon · 2-3 bedroom · resort vacation rentals · onsite Vacation Specialists · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Home - Huckleberry Inn ↗Huckleberry Inn · Government Camp · easy access to ski areas · deluxe rooms · dorm-style facility · Ski retail and rental shops are located within walking distance · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Timberline Lodge guest property facts ↗Historic WPA-era hotel at the separate Timberline ski area on the south slope of Mt. Hood. Rooms, guest pool and hot tub, Cascade Dining Room and Ram’s Head Bar. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Best Western Mt. Hood Inn ↗Best Western identifies Mt. Hood Inn at 87450 E Government Camp Loop. Its Sandy Inn is a distinct property on Highway 26. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Mt. Hood Meadows rentals and lessons ↗The resort lists adult, beginner and private ski and snowboard instruction, with links to individual programs. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Meadows Learning Center adult lessons ↗Adult ski and snowboard groups meet outside Sahale Lodge on the mountain side. They teach first turns and returning skiers and riders developing their skills. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Meadows adaptive lessons ↗The Learning Center offers individual adaptive ski and snowboard lessons by advance booking. Adaptive and private lessons check in inside Sahale Lodge. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Beginner Progression Pass, winter 2026–27 ↗This limited-area pass includes three group lessons and paid daily rentals at a passholder rate. Access covers designated southside lifts including Buttercup, Daisy and Vista, subject to operations. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Mt. Hood Outfitters ski and snowboard rentals ↗The previously reviewed shop is in Government Camp and offers multi-day ski and snowboard rentals. · Checked Oct 27, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Timberline Lodge | Restaurants ↗Timberline lists Cascade Dining Room for special dinners and Blue Ox Bar for casual bites. Blue Ox service is seasonal. Both are at Timberline Lodge, separate from Meadows. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

Mt. Hood Meadows | Restaurants and Bars ↗Meadows lists The Mazot as an on-mountain café with sandwiches, hot dogs, Northwest beer and hot drinks. Sahale Grill is the quick-service venue in Sahale Lodge. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

The Rendezvous Grill | About us ↗The grill is on US 26 in Welches, between Mount Hood and Portland. It emphasizes seasonal cooking, wine and desserts. · Checked Oct 31, 2026. This check covers these details only.

  • Mt. Hood Meadows — official homepage ↗

    See the verified facts and dates listed above.

  • Official 2026–27 operating information ↗

    Official current blog and homepage identify the 2026–27 season; exact season bounds were not verified. March 27 post concerns the previous April 2026 closing.

  • About Meadows | Mt. Hood Meadows Ski and Summer Resort ↗

    Scenic chairlift rides, guided hikes and summer mountain events.

  • Mt. Hood Meadows — Trail Maps and Mountain Facts ↗

    The operator publishes 2,150 skiable acres, 430 inches of annual snowfall, and identifies HRM Lodge at 4,528 feet.

  • Mt. Hood Meadows — 2026-27 Lift Ticket Discounts ↗

    The rendered 2026-27 operator page exposes a distinct night lift ticket beginning at 16:00; the candidate correctly avoids inventing a calendar or closing time.

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