Hiking The Northwest: Tom, Dick, and Harry Mountain

Distance: 6 miles round trip
The trail to Tom, Dick, and Harry Mountain provides so much bang for the buck! Assuming, of course, you've chosen a clear day. Mt. Adams, Mt. Rainer, Mt. St. Helens, Mt. Jefferson, and, obviously, Mt. Hood are visible from the summit. The six mile jaunt is a perfect day trip from Portland! Pair it with a visit to Mt. Hood Brewery Co. (less than 2 miles from trailhead) or camp for the evening at the family friendly Mirror Lake.

The trailhead is located on Hwy 26 right as you approach Government Camp in Mt. Hood National Forest. From Portland, travel I-84 east and take exit 16 south on NE 238th Dr. Take a left on SE Burnside Rd and stay on as it blends with Mt. Hood Hwy (Hwy 26). There will be plenty of "Mt Hood Scenic Byway" signs to guide you.

Mt. Hood from Mirror Lake

The well maintained trail begins with a slight grade, gaining moderate elevation for 1.2 miles before reaching Mirror Lake. As mentioned before, Mirror Lake is a great stopping point to setup camp. As seen above, it's fairly clear how Mirror Lake got its name.

Boardwalk through Marsh

Either way, I recommend completing a clockwise loop around the lake. Concluding with a boardwalk stroll through a marsh and fantastic vantage point of Mt. Hood.. When you're ready to continue, jump on the trail in route to the summit - marked by the "Salmon Huckleberry Wilderness" sign.

Zigzag Valley

Wildflowers begin to line the trail as elevation picks up and Zigzag Valley becomes visible from scree slopes. You'll also gain a clear view of Mt. Hood.

Mt. Hood and Mirror Lake from Tom, Dick, and Harry Mt.

Mirror Lake below

After a 1.6 mile ascension from Mirror Lake, you'll reach the rocky summit. From the summit, Mt. Hood demands your attention! The colossal pile of rock is truly dominating.. Even more impressive is the 360 degree panoramic view showcasing four additional mountains!