Established Camping
Timothy Lake Meditation Point
Timothy Lake Meditation Point is located near a lake surrounded by forested terrain in Oregon. The area experiences temperatures ranging from the 30s in winter to the 80s in summer. Nearby attractions include Mount Hood National Forest and the Pacific Crest Trail, offering opportunities for hiking and exploration.
Description
US Forest Service
Mt. Hood National Forest
Meditation Point Campground is a small, primitive hike-to campground on the shores of Timothy Lake. Campers can park at the West Shore Day Use area to access the campground. There is also a small trailhead on NF-5890 on the north side of the lake. A day use permit or annual pass is required for parking. The rustic sites are limited to groups of six campers each. The 7 campsites are accessible by boat, bike or hike only. There is a vault toilet, and each site is equipped with a table and fire ring.
Fee Info
Northwest Forest Pass or Interagency Pass are acceptable in lieu of day-use fee.
Location
Timothy Lake Meditation Point is located in Oregon
Directions
From Sandy, OR - travel east on Highway 26 for approximately 40 miles to Skyline Road (Rd 42). Turn right on Skyline Road, travel south 9 miles. Turn right on FS Road 57, west 2+ miles, go over Timothy Lake Dam. Turn right into the Myron Blank Wes Shore Day Use Area. Go to end of parking area and park. Hike or bike 1.2 miles on Timothy Lake Trail to Meditation Point.
Coordinates
45.127236 N
121.793114 W
Access
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Connectivity
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Site Types
- Tent Sites
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Picnic Table
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
