Government Camp is a classic little ski village tucked onto the slopes of Mt. Hood, with ski runs, forest trails, and cozy après spots all close by.
Skiing & snowboarding: Skibowl and Summit are right in town, Timberline is about 10 minutes up the mountain, and Mt. Hood Meadows is roughly 20 to 25 minutes away.
Hiking & summer fun: Trailheads in Mt. Hood National Forest are just minutes from the door, with alpine lakes, wildflower meadows, and the Pacific Crest Trail all within easy reach.
Food & drink: A handful of pubs, casual restaurants, a small grocery, and gear shops line the village main strip, just a few minutes away.
Day trips: Portland is about an hour and 15 minutes away when you’re craving a city fix.
Nearby Attractions:
Timberline Lodge: 6 miles
A historic mountain lodge offering year-round skiing, hiking trails, and the Magic Mile Sky Ride in summer.
Trillium Lake: 4 miles
A serene alpine lake with a 2-mile loop trail and breathtaking views of Mt. Hood—perfect for kayaking, fishing, and picnics.
Mirror Lake Trailhead: 0.4 miles
A family-friendly hike (about 3 miles round trip) leading to a beautiful glacial lake that reflects Mt. Hood.
Mount Hood Ski Bowl: 0.5 miles (walking distance)
A popular ski area in winter, and home to mountain biking and summer activities when the snow melts.
Mt. Hood Adventure Park at Skibowl: (walking distance)
An all-season adventure park with alpine slides, ziplines, tubing, and aerial fun.
Restaurants:
Charlie’s Mountain View - 0.2 miles
A cozy local spot with hearty burgers, pub fare, and a great après-ski atmosphere.
Glacier Public House (Glacier Haus Bistro & Pizza) - 0.3 miles
Family-friendly bistro and pizza restaurant, perfect for casual dining after a day on the slopes.
Huckleberry Inn - 0.3 miles
A Government Camp classic serving all-day breakfast, huckleberry pancakes, and homemade pies.
Mt. Hood Brewing Co. - 0.5 miles
A laid-back brewpub offering local craft beers and comfort food favorites.
A car is the way to go up here, since Uber and Lyft are hard to come by on the mountain. Highway 26 can get snowy in winter, so bring traction tires or chains and check road conditions before heading up. Parking is easy, with room for 4 cars between the garage (1) and driveway (3).