Mount Hood
United States
Mount Hood, Oregon’s tallest peak and a dormant stratovolcano, is a crown jewel of the Cascade Range. Known for its year-round climbing opportunities, it attracts thousands of mountaineers annually.
The South Side Route, often climbed in spring, is the most popular and accessible, with glacier travel and moderate snow slopes leading to the summit. For those seeking more technical challenges, routes like Leuthold Couloir or the North Face offer steep ice climbing and thrilling exposure.
From the summit, climbers can see Mount Adams, Mount Jefferson, and the expansive forests of the Pacific Northwest. Mount Hood combines accessibility with alpine allure, making it a must-climb in the Cascades.
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