Central Oregon pilots RS and EC went for a spin the other day and did a fly-around of Mt. Hood.
A great reminder that general aviation can be so much fun.
Mount Hood Facts
| Elevation | Mt. Hood – 11,245 feet (U.S. Geological Survey Office, Vancouver, Wash.) |
| Facts | Base spreads over 92 miles; highest mountain in Oregon and fourth highest in the Cascade Mountain range; Indian name – “Wy’East”; dormant volcano |
| Average Snowfall | Average base is 175-200 inches per season measured from Timberline’s opening date until end of winter season in April. Average snowfall is 500-600" per year. |
| Ski Areas | Timberline Ski Area, Mt. Hood Skibowl, Summit Ski Area and Mt. Hood Meadows |
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