This is a quiet all-season trail that offers a variety of terrain (Snowshoes need to be worn in winter). Large open meadows, heavily wooded mixed forest, and a ridgetop ramble take you to a former lookout site with spectacular views of the Hood River Valley. This hike uses two different trails; it's a 2.3 mile climb up the Oak Ridge Trail; then it's 1.8 miles on the Surveyors Ridge Trail to Bald Butte.

http://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Bald_Butte_Hike

Activity Notes

We'll hike up to Bald Butte from the Oak Ridge Trailhead near Parkdale. This hike has large, open meadows full of wildflowers, Hood views, and a ridgetop ramble with spectacular views of the Hood River Valley. 8.4 mi RT, 2400' elevation gain. Moderate pace. We will stop to take pictures. We will carpool from Gateway Transit Center parking garage at 8:30.
Other Information
Driving Distance from Portland 144 miles
Distance - Round Trip 8 miles
Expected Duration Car to car in one day
Relevant Maps MH14
Awards Qualified Mt. Hood Award
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