Top Spur is a well-used trailhead leading into the western part of the Mount Hood Wilderness, near Lolo Pass in the Zigzag Ranger District. From Highway 26 about 17 miles east of Sandy, take Lolo Pass Road and a series of forest roads, finishing on gravel Forest Road 1828-118.
The Top Spur Trail links up with both the Timberline Trail and the Pacific Crest Trail, and hikes from here are known for their views, including good looks at Mt. Hood. The lot fits about ten medium-sized vehicles and has a picnic table, an interpretive sign, a garbage can and a seasonally maintained toilet. Bring your own water.
Things to do
- Picnicking
Getting there
From Sandy
- Take U.S. Hwy 26 17.5 miles east and turn left at E Lolo Pass Road (Forest Road 18) and travel 4 miles.
- Turn right at Forest Road 1825 and travel 0.7 mile.
- Continue straight onto Forest Road 1828 for 5.6 miles beyond turnoff to Riley Campground and Lost Creek Campground.
- Keep right at the fork and continue onto graveled Forest Road 1828-118.
- Drive 1.6 miles to the trailhead on your right.
From the Forest Service
Rules and restrictions
Wildernesss restrictions apply in Mount Hood Wilderness. Please practice leave no trace principles - pack out everything you packed in!
All fees
Day Use:
Peak Season (May 1 - Oct 31):
$5 per vehicle per day
$30 per annual
$5/vehicle/day from May 1 - October 31.
Passes and permits
Free, self-issued wilderness permits are required at this trailhead between May 15 and October 15 and will be provided at a portal.
Recreation Passes required as a form of fee payment.
