Timothy Lake sparkles under Mt. Hood's shadow, pulling RV travelers for trout fishing and alpine hikes. Camp at Oak Fork, Hoodview, or Pine Point Campground to paddle its 600 acres or trail to the Pacific Crest. These spots launch your forest escape with lakefront sites and starry nights.
Mt. Hood National Forest cradles Timothy Lake, a high alpine gem at 3,200 feet. Anglers hook rainbow trout from shorelines fringed by lodgepole pines. Hikers tackle the 13-mile Timothy Lake Trail, circling the water past Frog Creek inlet. Paddleboarders glide toward Little Crater Lake, just a short drive away.
Oak Fork Campground fits families hunting value, with rates from $24 to $79 nightly across 75 sites. Hoodview Campground draws solitude seekers to its 27 peaceful spots by the water. Pine Point Campground serves boaters best, launching kayaks from 25 lake-hugging pads.
Timothy Lake shines for trout fishing, kayaking, and hiking in Mt. Hood National Forest. Anglers cast for rainbows from shore or boat across its 600 acres. The 13-mile loop trail circles the lake, linking to Pacific Crest Trail segments amid lava fields and meadows. Families flock here summers for berry picking near Frog Creek.
Oak Fork, Hoodview, and Pine Point Campgrounds list as top RV parks right on Timothy Lake. Oak Fork handles big rigs up to 40 feet with rates $24-$79 nightly. Hoodview and Pine Point offer smaller, lakefront sites perfect for tents or trailers under 30 feet, all in Mt. Hood National Forest.
Yes, dogs welcome at Oak Fork, Hoodview, and Pine Point Campgrounds with leashes under six feet. Keep pets off lake beaches to protect wildlife, and pack out all waste. Rangers patrol trails, so follow forest rules for a hassle-free stay amid the pines.