Snowshoe up Jack Pine Rd to ridges above the trail at Potato Hill summit. There, if skies are clear, enjoy northern views of Three Fingered Jack, Mt Jefferson, and Lost Lake. Then return downhill to make a sharp left onto the Hash Brown Loop. Soon, if skies are clear, enjoy southern views of Mt Washington and the Three Sisters. But after that the trail descends back into the forest for the rest of the way back to the trailhead.

Activity Notes

Let's observe the Snow Moon and snowshoe by moonlight. Snowshoe up Jack Pine Road at sunset to the Potato Hill summit, about 1.75 miles and 900 feet of elevation gain one-way. The route has great views of nearby peaks such as Mt. Washington, Three Fingered Jack, and the Sisters. We'll focus on fun rather than speed. Foul weather and clouds cancel this trip. Because this is a night-time trip, it should not be your first time snowshoeing!

 

Other Information
Driving Distance from Portland 133 miles
Driving Time from Portland 2 hours
Distance - Round Trip 6 miles
Expected Duration Car to car in one day
Interesting Features Mountain Views, Spectacular Views
Relevant Books https://www.hikeoregon.net/potato-hill-sno-park.html
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