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Cabin in Government Camp, Oregon

8 guests3 bedrooms8 beds1 full bath1 half bath
Ski Haus: A Government Camp Cabin Backing to Mt. Hood National Forest This two-story alpine cabin has stood at the edge of Mt. Hood National Forest since the 1940s. The backyard runs into National Forest land and the Glade Trail - guests who bus up to Timberline Lodge can ski the Glade Trail back to the door. Three bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms sleep up to 8 guests across 7 beds. The Home Dark wood paneling and a brick, wood-burning fireplace anchor the living area, along with a TV, DVD library, and sound system. The kitchen has a refrigerator, stove-top oven, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, and slow cooker - no dishwasher. Children's books and toys are on hand. Sleeping Arrangements - Bedroom 1 (main floor): Queen bed, private deck, full bathroom - Bedroom 2 (upstairs): Double bed plus 2 single beds - Bedroom 3 (upstairs bunk room): Four built-in twin beds in the dormer roofline, with its own door onto a Juliet-style balcony over the National Forest - Half bathroom upstairs - 1.5 bathrooms total for up to 8 guests Outside The main-floor deck and upstairs Juliet balcony look out over Mt. Hood National Forest. The property line runs directly into National Forest land and the Glade Trail - a ski day here ends at the back door, not a resort parking lot. The Location - Glade Trail and Mt. Hood National Forest: directly behind the property - Timberline Lodge: via Mt. Hood Express bus, ski-back access on the Glade Trail - Summit Ski Area / Skibowl and Mt. Hood Meadows: short drives - Mirror Lake trailhead: nearby for summer hiking - Government Camp village center: minutes away - Sandy, OR: approximately 30 minutes; Portland: approximately 1 hour A Few Things to Know No smoking, no pets. There is no WiFi or cable - the TV plays DVDs only, so bring a hotspot as backup. No dishwasher. The house is shoe-free - pack slippers. Heating is baseboard and the house can start out cool at check-in, so bring warm layers. Exterior stairs can be icy and dark after dusk in snow season - use caution. The wood-burning fireplace is available for guest use. Firewood NOT provided. It can be purchased at Hoodland Thriftway in Welches or the Govy store. County permit ID #111480. Who This Is For Right for groups who want a genuine, unpolished mountain cabin - skiers riding the bus to Timberline and back down the Glade Trail, families who do not mind unplugging, and larger groups who value bedroom count over resort amenities. Not the right fit if reliable WiFi, streaming, or a fully modernized interior are must-haves. Eight decades of Government Camp ski trips have passed through this door, and backyard access to the Glade Trail is still the reason people come back.
What this place offers
  • Free parking
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Dishes and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Cooking basics
  • Board games
  • Shower
  • Carbon monoxide alarm
  • Coffee maker
Where you'll sleep
Bedroom 1
1 queen
Bedroom 2
1 full, 2 twins
Bedroom 3
4 twins
About the neighborhood
Government Camp sits at 3,900 feet on Mt. Hood's south side, and this cabin backs directly onto the National Forest land that makes the village worth the drive. The Glade Trail runs from Timberline Lodge straight down to the neighborhood - guests who ride the Mt. Hood Express bus up to the lodge can ski the trail all the way back to the cabin's door, a rare setup even by Mt. Hood standards. Summit Ski Area is a short drive from the property, and Mt. Hood Meadows is reachable on the other side of the mountain for additional terrain. When the snow clears, the same trail network opens up for hiking - Mirror Lake, Ramona Falls, and the Timberline Trail are all within range, along with the broader Mt. Hood National Forest. The village center has a handful of restaurants, a general store, and the unhurried pace that comes with being surrounded by forest rather than a resort base area. Sandy, about 30 minutes down the mountain, covers groceries, gas, and a wider range of dining. Portland is roughly an hour west when the trip calls for a day in the city.
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Getting around
A car is the practical way to get around the Mt. Hood area from Government Camp. Highway 26 is the main corridor, connecting the village to Sandy, the broader Mt. Hood National Forest, and Portland about an hour west. For ski days, this property has an unusual advantage: guests can ride the Mt. Hood Express bus up to Timberline Lodge and ski the Glade Trail back down to the cabin, skipping the car entirely for the return trip. The Mt. Hood Express runs seven days a week between Sandy and Timberline Lodge with a stop in Government Camp - fares are $2 one-way or $5 for an all-day pass, with ski boxes in winter and bike trailers in summer. The Timberline Resort Shuttle runs between Summit Pass in Government Camp and Timberline's Wy'East Day Lodge during winter season, free for Timberline and Fusion season pass holders and online lift ticket purchasers. Winter driving note: chains or AWD are strongly recommended on Highway 26 during snow season, and conditions can change quickly at elevation - check road reports before heading up or down the mountain. The driveway comfortably fits 3 vehicles, with room for a 4th if everyone parks carefully.
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House rules
  • Check-in after 4:00 PM
  • Check-out before 10:00 AM
  • 8 guests maximum
Safety & property
  • Carbon monoxide alarm installed
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
Cancellation policy
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