Lolo Pass

The Oregon version of Lolo Pass offers some gorgeous views of Mount Hood. We are looking at the west face of the mountain from about six miles from the peak, almost close enough to reach out and touch.  To find the Lolo Pass road take Highway 26 east from Portland. …

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September 21, 2007: Gresham, Multnomah County, Oregon: Chris, Lucy and I were determined to drive to Wahtum Lake, Hood River County, OR, and take an afternoon hike in the wilderness area near the lake. You can start at the Eagle Creek fish hatchery near Bonneville Dam and hike thirteen miles …