Route 1 · Half day

Trillium Lake & Still Creek Descent

Mountain views at Trillium Lake, then nine shaded miles of gravel downhill.

Stylized preview map: Trillium Lake & Still Creek DescentPoint-to-point ride from Government Camp, past Trillium Lake, down along Still Creek to Welches. Simplified line; exact roads not shown.Mt. HoodGovernment CampTrillium LakeWelchesnine shaded miles downhillNStylized preview, not to scale. Not for navigation.
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The ride

What to expect

Our easiest ride and the best introduction to Mt. Hood gravel. We take the public bus up the mountain together, roll out to Trillium Lake for the classic view of the peak, then spend most of the morning coasting down a quiet forest road beside Still Creek.

  • Trillium Lake with Mt. Hood rising over the water
  • About nine miles of gentle, shaded gravel descent through old forest
  • Very little climbing — you finish lower than you start
  • A relaxed pace with time for photos at the lake
Good to know

Before you go

  • Meet in Welches. We ride the public Mt. Hood Express bus up to Government Camp together; each rider pays their own fare
  • Mostly gravel forest road, with short paved sections at the start and finish
  • One guided highway crossing at the start
  • Comfortable on loose gravel descents? You'll love it. New to gravel? We do a short skills briefing at the top
  • Bring your own food and water. Your guide carries extra water, food and a filter for emergencies

Elevation

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Routes are proposed under our pending special use permit application with the USDA Forest Service, Mt. Hood National Forest, and may change before the 2027 season.

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