Mt. Hood is the centerpeice of Oregon seperating the lush green of western Oregon from the tan dry sage and juniper trees of central and eastern Oregon. The Mt. Hood National Forest is one of the largest public segments of land in Oregon. The Mt. Hood Wilderness area surrounds Mt. Hood and is full of spectacular views and some great hikes. Timberline Lodge on the highest road on Mt Hood is a national treasure and a living history of the United States (multiple trail heads leave from this location). The wood work here is amazing and the specialty coffee and brunches are a fantastic. Ski camps operate here year round with some of the only summer ski programs in the lower 48.
Mt. Hood sees it's best weather in July and August.
Timberline Lodge is home to one of the few year round ski areas in the lower 48.
The local wildlife are well fed.
Wildflowers can be found in amazing settings on Mt Hood -July through August.
Hiking in the Salmon River meadows.
The Mt Hood Wilderness area offers many miles of hiking and amazing views.
If you like to camp, Oregon has many options. The Mt Hood National Forest to begin with has a wide variety of campsites for tents and rv's. Popular camping areas are: Timothy Lake, Clear Lake, Trillium Lake (great views of Mt Hood) and the upper Clackamas River.
Camping at Clear Lake on Mt. Hood. Summer fun for the family!
Another favorite is camping on the Metolius River. This is truly one of Oregon's finest locations for summer relaxing and natural beauty. In the midst of the Cascade mountain range and south of Mt. Hood you will find the Metolius. A natural spring creek which literally bubbles out of the ground near Sisters, Oregon. Walk the trail to see the source of the Metolius- it boggles the mind; also, bring some peanuts for the chipmunks here, they are quite entertaining.
The Metolius River area has many things to offer the traveler who wants a relaxing hideaway. Cabins for rent here make it easy with riverside views. For a great retreat check out www.coldspringsresort.com Fishing here can be tough but rewarding. The Metolius fish are beautiful and wild. You may find: rainbow trout, brook trout, kokanee, whitefish and bull trout in the Metolius River. For supplies you will want to stop into the General Store at Camp Sherman. Here you will find the most well stocked general store you ever saw! They have some great coffee too.
The Metolius River is a scenic river you'll want to see when visiting Oregon
Metolius River has a variety of fish species. See some great info at the Wizzard Falls Fish Hatchery.
Fishing the Metolius can be a tough endeavor, watch for the hatch to happen and match closely. These fish have PHD's in anglers. When the fishing here drives you nuts, head to Oregon's top rated Deschutes River.
The Deschutes River's best fishing is the lower 100 miles where it is known as a tail-water river. Below two dams the river flows and temperatures are well regulated. This produces excellent hatches and great fishing for trout and steelhead. Steelhead enter the river in July and are available through November. Trout fishing is best from May through October.
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The Deschutes River wild trout are know as Redband Trout and are strong fighters.
Water Time Outfitters offers fishing trips on Oregon's finest waters including the Deschutes River. We've been guiding for over 20 years and can help you plan your fishing adventure. Most of our fishing options are with-in a two hour drive of popular destinations in Oregon. We fish the Deschutes River, White River, the Clackamas River, Oregon Coastal Rivers and more! Let us help you find the fishing adventure you seek. www.watertimeoutfitters.com 
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