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Mount Hood Loop

The Mount Hood Loop is the newest Scenic Byway of Oregon. Once volcanoes used to explode here and enormous floods used to hit the area. Here, you can discover beautiful geologic wonders, magnificent waterfalls, rain forests, and peaceful rivers, where natural flowers and greenery flourish. Among everything described above, valleys are the major attractions.

The Mount Hood loop follows a spectacular route around Mount Hood that offers panoramic glimpse of dazzling geologic diversity. Landscapes unfold from green valleys and the splendid moderate rain forest can capture anyone’s heart in no time. Views emerged from catastrophic Ice Age actions, the "sleeping" volcanoes, fertile farmlands, dazzling waterfalls, gorgeous rivers, and forests wildlife can leave any visitor spellbound.

The same route was traveled by Native Americans. Awesome trails, museums, historical markers, and a lot of other things can be hardly seen somewhere else. It is travelers delight in true sense. The total distance is approximately 105 miles (169 km). Troutdale is the starting point, while it is a multi-directional way.

You can visit this road anytime but the best time to visit the Mount Hood Loop is spring-fall as the maximum access to fun activities is provided during this time.

When your journey begins, Troutdale awaits for you to explore. Antique shops and galleries are major attractions here. After a very good experience, the road suddenly changes to a forest like area. Another remarkable segment is the Barlow Road. Timberline Lodges and Hood River Valley are the main attractions of this area. This byway journey is a complete thrilling experience, and the best option for those who want to have a great time.

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