Mt. Hood National Forest's Bennett Pass area holds this drive-in site, which functions primarily as a trailhead parking lot with an outhouse. Amenities are minimal. Pets are permitted, and alcohol is allowed on site. Campers passing through on Route 35 sometimes use it as an overnight stop rather than a destination. Those looking into dog-friendly campgrounds near Mt. Hood National Forest will find several more developed options nearby, including Bennett Pass Dispersed — Mt. Hood NF (NF 222) just to the southeast. Open terrain gives sightlines toward the surrounding ridgeline. This spot makes sense for self-sufficient campers who need a no-frills pull-off rather than a full campground experience.
Description
During heavy snow years, snowmobiles will not be able to access the Terrible Treverse area because the area fills with snow due to the high elevations and steep canyon walls. This site is good early in the winter season due to the higher elevation. Follow direction of Meadows parking guards for access to sno-park on busy days. This lot has a five percent grade so good tires are a must. Parking lot has space for 30 vehicles. Trailers are allowed.
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsBennet Pass Trailhead/Sno Park is located in Oregon near Government Camp
Public CampgroundDirections
From Hood River, OR head south on Highway 35 approximately 6 miles north of the junction with US Highway 26. This area is accessed directly from the Mt. Hood Meadows ski area access road. Cross Highway 35 to the east. From Portland, OR head east on Highway 26 to the junction with Highway 35. Head north on Highway 35 until you read the Mt. Hood Meadows Ski area access road exit. The Sno Park is on your right.
Coordinates
45.31000172 N
121.64203736 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 5 usersLast on 8/14/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 8/14/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 1 userLast on 8/14/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Site Types
- Tent Sites
Features
For Campers
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
Drive Time
- 1 hr 13 min from Portland, OR
- 1 hr 49 min from Salem, OR
- 1 hr 52 min from Longview, WA
- 2 hrs 7 min from Albany, OR
