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gem icon Mt. Hood from Trillium Lake [Suggest Edits]

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  2. OR
  3. …Portland Metro and Mt. Hood
  4. …Mt. Hood National Forest
  5. Government Camp Trail System
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The Trillium Lake dam provides the best view of Mt. Hood in the area. It is also the best location for fishing at Trillium Lake which is stocked. Stretch your legs and run the loop trail around the lake while admiring the views of Mt. Hood.

On the Road: Visitors can park in the area south of the dam or in the Trillium Lake Day Use Area. The run around the lake is described in Trillium Lake Loop Trail #761.

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Kathleen Walker

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