20. Lost Creek Nature Trail

 2024 Status

Based on recent aerial photography, the old forest along this hike appears to be in good shape. I plan to field-check and update the hike description, photos and map later in 2024.

Summary

Length                                3/4 mile loop

Difficulty                             Very easy

Season                               Late spring to autumn

Elevation range                2,350 – 2,350 feet

Human imprint                  High (adjacent campground, hikers)

Information                       Mount Hood National Forest (Zigzag Ranger District)

Primary old growth features

Easily accessible, low-elevation old growth with interpretative signs.

Description

This paved, barrier-free trail offers an opportunity for folks of any age or ability to experience big trees in a peaceful forest setting. The Lost Creek Nature Trail (776) lies between the campground and Lost Creek and includes benches and interpretive signs. Platforms overlook the stream. Note that this is a fee site included in the Northwest Forest Pass system.

30 Years of Change

No significant change. I plan to field check in 2024.

How to get there

Turn north onto East Lolo Pass Road (FR 18) from U.S. Highway 26 at Zigzag (29 miles southeast of Gresham). Turn right onto FR 1825 approximately 4-1/4 miles later. Turn right after 2-3/4 miles into the Lost Creek Day-Use area. Trailhead parking is straight ahead.

Map note

The map below was created in 1993 and accurate at that time. I plan to field check and update the map in 2024