Vista Ridge Trailhead is a popular entry point to the Mount Hood Wilderness, in the Hood River Ranger District. It marks the start of Vista Ridge Trail #626. There are no amenities here, so pack in everything you need.
From Hood River, take the Dee Highway (Oregon Highway 281) south 13 miles, turn toward Dee and Lost Lake, and follow the Lost Lake signs. After 8 miles, go left on Road 18 for 3 miles, left again on Road 16 for 5.5 miles, then right on Road 1650 to the trailhead. That last half mile is very rough. Parking holds up to 10 cars, and there are no restrooms or drinking water.
Getting there
From Hood River
- drive south on Hwy 281 (Dee Hwy) for 13 miles.
- Turn right at a sign for Dee and Lost Lake.
- Immediately bear to the left, following signs for Lost Lake.
- After 8 miles turn left on Road 18 (Lolo Pass) and continue for 3 more miles.
- Turn left again on Road 16.
- After 5.5 miles, turn right onto Road 1650 and follow to trailhead.
- Caution: the last .5 mile of road is very rough.
From the Forest Service
Rules and restrictions
Wilderness restrictions apply
All fees
No fees are required for this site
Season details
June
