Built in 1934 by the Civilian Conservation Corps, Tilly Jane Guard Station is a historic cabin at about 5,700 feet on Mt. Hood’s northeast flank, in the Hood River Ranger District. Originally used for fire protection and backcountry travel, it is one of the oldest buildings on the mountain. Friends of Tilly Jane Cabins, a nonprofit, looks after it.
In winter it sleeps eight and makes a warm base for skiers and snowshoers starting from the Tilly Jane Sno-Park, by a gentle 9-mile road or the historic Tilly Jane Ski Trail, roughly 2.7 miles with 1,900 feet of climbing. That trail is poorly marked, so bring a map and backcountry know-how. There’s a vault toilet but no drinking water.
From the Forest Service
Reservations
More information about reservations can be found on Recreation.gov. Join the Friends of Tilly Jane Facebook group for more information.
All fees
$200/night. Minimum stay is 2 nights.
Season details
December - June
