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Clear Lake Cabin Lookout

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Clear Lake Cabin Lookout is situated in the Mt. Hood National Forest, featuring forested terrain with nearby lakes. The area experiences temperature highs around 80°F in summer and lows near 20°F in winter. Visitors can explore the scenic Trillium Lake and the historic Timberline Lodge, both accessible within a short distance.

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The lookout is available during winter months, from Nov. 1 to May 31. The maximum length stay is seven consecutive nights. Fees are used for the maintenance and preservation of the lookout.

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Location

Clear Lake Cabin Lookout is located in Oregon

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Directions

Access begins at the junction of Highway 26 and Forest Service Road 42, 12 miles south of Government Camp, Oregon, at the Skyline Sno-Park. Between 12/1 and 04/30, guests must park at the Sno-Park and ski, snowshoe or snowmobile to the facility. From the parking area, proceed on Forest Service Road 42 to the 240 spur road and continue to the lookout, approximately 3.2 miles with an elevation climb of 900 feet. It is a good path for moderate skiers and will take three-and-a-half to four hours to complete. Maps are available online or for purchase by calling the Barlow Ranger District.Guests will need to purchase a Sno-Park permit to park at Skyline Sno-Park. Permits can be purchased at several locations in the Portland area, or at CJ's on Highway 26, west of the intersection of Highway 26 and Forest Service Road 42.

Coordinates

45.156497 N
121.71851 W

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Reviewed Apr. 6, 2020

So Incredible!

I have stayed there twice now. I love it so much! Both times we have snowshoed in and even thou the conditions weren’t perfect, we had a Blast!

  • Review photo of Clear Lake Cabin Lookout by Charyl B., April 6, 2020
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According to campers on TheDyrt.com, there is excellent coverage for AT&T, no coverage for T-Mobile, and some coverage for Verizon.

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