may not boast the highest peaks in the United States, but it is home to one of the most climbed mountains in the country. Located about 90 minutes outside of

Portland

, Mount Hood is the second-most climbed mountain in the world, second only to Japan’s Mount Fuji.

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What is the highest elevation in Oregon?

Nestled in between Clackamas and Hood River County, Mount Hood is the highest point in Oregon. Not only is it a popular destination for highpointers—those seeking to visit the highest point in every state and around the globe—Mount Hood is one of the prime points of interest in the Pacific Northwest.

At the heart of more than one million acres of Mt. Hood National Forest, this dormant stratovolcano is home to ski resorts, historic tourist attractions, and much more.

How do I get to Mount Hood?

Mount Hood is about a 90 minute to two-hour drive from downtown Portland. The popular mountain destination is approximately 70 miles away and there are two routes you can take: Interstate 84 through the Columbia River Gorge or Highway 26.

Whichever way you go, you’ll travel on the Mount Hood Scenic Byway, a gorgeous route that serpentines around the edge of the mountain.

Pro Tip If you prefer not to drive yourself, you can always take the Mt. Hood Express Shuttle.

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Things to do around Mount Hood

If you’re serious about reaching the highest point in Oregon, there are a number of trails you can take, each with its own breathtaking views, like Trillium Lake Trail or Lost Lake Trail.

But if hiking up mountains 11,000+ feet into the sky isn’t your thing, there’s still much to do nearby. Here are a few suggestions:

Go skiing. There are plenty of slopes open for business, like

Mount Hood Skibowl

Get cozy in historic

Timberline Lodge

, which was used as the exterior shot of the hotel in the classic horror movie The Shining.

Check out the area’s nearly 100 camping areas and have a fire under the stars!

Visit the Mount Hood Cultural Center and Museum.

Stay in the comfort of your car and traverse the Mount Hood Scenic Loop with plenty of little shops to check out along the way.

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What city has the highest elevation in Oregon?

While Mount Hood may be the highest point in Oregon, it’s not located in the city with the highest elevation in the Beaver State.

That honor goes to Lakeview. Known as the Tallest Town in Oregon, Lakeview sits at an elevation of 4,802 feet (1,464 meters) above sea level. Lakeview is located in the Goose Lake Valley at the edge of Oregon's high desert country and at the foot of the Warner Mountains.

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