Paradise Park Trailhead is the starting point for Paradise Park Trail #778, a route into the Mount Hood Wilderness from its west side. It is in the Zigzag Ranger District, about 22 miles east of Sandy. Turn north on Kiwanis Camp Road (Forest Road 2639), then take Forest Road 2639-021 to the parking area near its end.
Hikers come for big views of Mt. Hood and for meadows that are well known for their wildflowers. The trailhead has a seasonal restroom but no drinking water, so fill your bottles before you leave home.
Getting there
From Sandy, OR
- Follow U.S. Hwy 22 miles east and turn left (north) at Kiwanis Camp Road (Forest Road 2639) (approximately 0.6 mile east of milepost 48).
- Travel 1.2 miles on Kiwanis Camp Road to Forest Road 2639-021.
- Turn left (north) onto Forest Road 2639-021 and park in the parking area near the end of the road.
From the Forest Service
Rules and restrictions
Wilderness regulations apply in Mount Hood Wilderness.
All fees
$5/vehicle/day from May 1 to October 31.
Passes and permits
A valid Recreation Pass is required at Paradise Park Trailhead.
Ranger office
Zigzag Ranger District
Address: 70220 E Highway 26 Zigzag, OR 97049
Phone: 503-622-3191
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Closed 12 to 1 for lunch. (Closed on federal holidays)
