Oregon · natural crag

a. Mt. Hood

Mount Hood is a technical alpine objective.

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Access, closures, permits & safety

Access

Travel above 9,500 feet in Mount Hood Wilderness requires a per-person climbing permit: $20 for three days or $50 annually. The south-side route also crosses Timberline ski terrain, where a free uphill travel pass is required.

Parking

Timberline ski-area parking lots and Tilly Jane Sno-Park require an Oregon Sno-Park permit from November 1 through April 30. Other trailhead day-use fees may apply separately from the climbing permit.

Permits & access rules

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Safety

Prepare for rockfall, icefall, avalanche, crevasses, fumarole holes and rapid weather changes. Carry crampons, an ice axe, navigation and self-rescue supplies; rescue may take hours or days. Human-waste pack-out bags are required.

Closures and permit rules can change without notice. Recheck the official land manager before departure.

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Access, permits, seasonal closures and parking conditions can change.

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Oregon, United States
Climbing styles
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About this crag

All routes require climbing equipment and training; this pin is not a trail-walk recommendation. Match the route to current mountain conditions and the group’s skills.

Recommended equipment

Bring equipment appropriate to the climbing style and local conditions. A helmet is strongly recommended.

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