It was a project of the works progress administration and the civilian. King novel of the same name, which was inspired by the stanley hotel in. Valid 7 days a week march 15th through may 31st, 2021 78 days of spring skiing and snowboarding on mt. Oct 11, 2016 we stayed at timberline lodge one night on our tour of oregon.
If you cant find an answer to your question, please feel free to reach out to us via our contact us form. Hood, while enjoying the magnificent views on the third highest mountain in the cascade range. There are also smaller trails around the lodge itself. Historic landmark, the lodge, a living museum, is one of oregons. Join us for a fun time and learn about the history of timberline lodge, considered one of the great lodges of the west, and the geology of mt. This lodge, celebrating its 75th anniversary this year, provided the base for most of the skiing related advances that mount hood.
Nov 14, 2016 timberline is a ski lodge on the slopes of mt. This luxurious hotel and ski lodge was used as the exterior location for the overlook hotel in the stanley kubrick film the shining. Declared a national historic landmark in 1977, timberline lodge is considered an. Mount hood has played a central role in the geology, history, natural environment, and culture that have helped shape northwest oregon and the entire. Timberline trail is a hiking trail around mount hood in the u. The elegant pitchroofed facade of timberline lodge seems very familiar and theres a reason for that. Hood, at 11,250 ft, is the tallest mountain in oregon. A night or a few enjoyed in the comfort and warmth of the lodge is like stepping back into simpler times, yet with all modern conveniences discreetly available. The iconic aroundthemountain timberline trail starts and ends at the lodge. This beautiful 55,000 square foot structure rises out of a pristine alpine landscape and is still being used for its original. Special moments are culled here and an abundance of spectacular natural surroundings provide.
I will not attempt to cover the history of this lodge, but suffice to say, the development of timberline put mount hood skiing on the national ski map. Between 1936 and 1938 and in the middle of the great depression, it was hand built and furnished through the works progress administration. Hood national forest and featuring skitodoor access, timberline lodge is in timberline, oregon. Popular attractions timberline lodge ski area and mount hood meadows are located nearby. Timberline lodge, a national historic landmark, is a living museum of arts and crafts inspired by pioneer, indian and wildlife themes. The construction of timberline lodge trailkeepers of oregon. Any time of the year is great, but snow makes it even more beautiful.
Timber line lodge was constructed amid the great economic calamity that affected most of the world during the 1930s. Hood in oregon offers one of the most exciting and unique highalpine mountain experiences in north america, a destination offering skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, and lodging in a historic hotel. Developed during the crisis of the great depression, timberline lodge is an iconic property deepseated in. Explore timberline lodge through our interactive virtual tour, learn about our history and preservation efforts. The famous exterior of timberline lodge was used in the 1980 jack nicholson movie the shining. Alder creek, brightwood, wemme, welches, zigzag and rhododendron. Jul 14, 2017 timberline lodge serves as the starting point for several of the most popular hikes on mount hood. A sauna, a heated outdoor pool, three restaurants, and free wifi access can all be found on site. Our historic hotels and resorts offer unique accommodations that capture the essence, elegance, and style of timeless american history and culture. Nov 14, 2016 part of the series images of america, timberline lodge by sarah baker munro, m. Stanley kubricks film adaptation of the stephen kings 1977 novel set at the fictional overlook hotel.
There are some stories of ghostly activity in the older section of the hotel. Built in 1936 and declared a national historic landmark in 1977, timberline lodge is one of oregon s most popular tourist attractions, drawing nearly two million visitors every year. A collection of books about timberline lodge, mt hood, and books for kids. In early 1936 as the great depression raged, the works progress administration wpa undertook what many would call a makework project to build a lodge on the south side of mt. Timberline lodge has updated their hours and services. Its also less crowded so youll have more time riding down the mountain. Historical snow data since the winter of 194950, timberline has been recording snow depths on the mountain.
It was a works progress administration wpa project, intended to create jobs for unemployed workers. Nov 24, 2019 members of the oregon winter sports court promoting the opening of timberline lodge on mount hood, 1937. Timberline lodge government camp, oregon atlas obscura. Hood national forest and featuring skitodoor access, timberline lodge is located in timberline, oregon. Declared a national historic landmark in 1977, timberline lodge is considered an architectural. Built in 1937, timberline lodge has always been a grand refuge for visitors wanting to experience the magnificent and expansive highalpine environment of mt. The rooms are ok, but the hiking trails are excellent, and the views from above the lodge looking out across the valley are exceptional.
Hood just above the tree line at around 6,000 feet. The history, art, and craft of an american icon hardcover june 24, 2009 by sarah baker munro author 4. This months focus is on the history of timberline lodge, a works progress administration project to build a resort hotel in the mount hood national forest of oregon. Mt hood magazine provides seasonal articles and events for the oregon villages of mt hood. Timberline lodge by sarah baker munro arcadia publishing books. Hood stories full of adventure and tragedy, history and geology, people and places, trivia and lore. Hood in oregon has various lodging options available, including for families and luxury condos in government camp. Locally owned, family operated with the land and historic lodge owned by the u. Just an hours drive from portland, this beautiful lodge shines with natural beauty and handhewn quality in its prime location at the 6,000foot level on the south slope of mt. The timberline lodge parking lot provides access to many trails on the flanks of mount hood.
Constructed from 1936 to 1938 by the works progress administration, it was built and furnished by local artisans during the great depression. All the furnishings in the lodge represent the original ones made 75 years ago. First conceived as a works project administration wpa art project, the lodge incorporates some of the best examples of. Built completely by hand in 1936 from local stone, timberline lodge is a home for skiers, climbers and outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds. Some timberline lodge employees have reported that the first aid room is haunted by the ghosts of climbers and skiers of mt. Timberline lodge, rising from the southern flank of mt. The history, art, and craft of an american icon in 2009.
Carrying skiers and visitors between government camp and the resort, the skiway aerial tram. Mar 17, 2018 this photograph appeared in the oregon journal under a banner headline announcing the november 6 opening of the 1938 winter skiing season on mt. Constructed in 1937, timberline lodge stands on the south slope of mt. The national historic landmark sits at an elevation of 5,960 feet 1,817 m, within the mount hood national. Timberline lodge and millions of other books are available for amazon kindle. Eruptions and glaciers composed primarily of andesite and dacite, mount hood began to form during volcanic eruptions between 500,000 and 700,000 years ago. Timberline lodge the magnificent oregon icon on mount hood is one the. Timberline lodge oregon photos and premium high res pictures. Take a look inside mount hood revealed, a new book from the. Above average snow depth and a variety of conditions. The craftsmenship and details of this oregon gem are amazing. An accompanying article estimated that 2000 skiers participated that day, both at government camp and at the recently completed timberline lodge. Were not scientists, but the numbers show we consistently have one of the deepest and most reliable snowpacks in north america. At 11,244 feet, it is the highest point in oregon and the fourth highest peak in the cascade range.
Historic landmark in 1977, timberline lodge is one of oregons most popular. Hood and generations of our families continue to come back to this special place. Some seek it for the powerful ideals embodied in every aspect of the historic timberline lodge, a monument to the collective human spirit in the era of the great depression. Timberline lodge in oregon was once white elephant the new. In fact, the very top of mount hood looms just behind the lodge in such a way that it makes me wonder what its like to have some sleeping nordic god back up to ones. Our newest book revels in the history and beauty of oregons tallest mountain. When film director stanley kubrick was looking for the perfect standin for the fictional overlook hotel, this unique 1930s ski lodge on top of oregon s mt. Historic timberline lodge tours mt hood outfitters. Timberline lodge in oregon was once white elephant the. Timberline lodge, oregon historic hotels of america. Timberline lodge is a mountain lodge on the south side of mount hood in clackamas county, oregon, about. This beautiful 55,000 square foot structure rises out of a.
Just like many of our staff, we grew up skiing on mt. The magic mile ascended to 7,000 feet and was the first chairlift in oregon and the second in north. Timberline lodge was built in 19361937 during the great depression. Timberline lodge mt hood oregon spring giclee art print poster from original travel artwork by artist paul a. I ordered this for my daughterinlaw in portland who is a great cook and who will appreciate the recipes and history of this book.
The runs are always groomed perfectly, the instructors are great and they rent better equipment than at meadows. It is in mostly wilderness but also goes near timberline lodge, cloud cap inn the oldest building on mount hood, and mount hood meadows ski area. Forest service, timberline has been familyoperated since may 1955. This beautiful 55,000 square foot structure rises out of a pristine alpine landscape and is still being used for its original intent a magnificent ski lodge and mountain retreat for everyone to enjoy. Members of the oregon winter sports court promoting the opening of timberline lodge on mount hood, 1937. Timberline lodge by sarah baker munro, hardcover barnes. Enjoy free wifi, an outdoor pool, and 6 restaurants. Set just above the hem of evergreens at 6,000 feet on mount hood s south slope, timberline lodge is oregon s most iconic historic lodge, beloved by generations of visitors. Timberline lodge oregon photos and premium high res. The timberline lodge was built on the outskirts of portland in 1936 so close to the pinnacle of mount hood that if it were any closer it would be more seesaw than ski lodge.
Discover timberline lodge, which has offered exceptional access to the magic of mt. Located an hour away from portland, oregon, 6000 feet up the south side of mount hood, timberline greets almost two million visitors every year to the. The works progress administration wpa built the lodge during the great depression of the 1930s, using unemployed laborers and local materials. The lodge was built of native stone and timber just where the trees fade out at the 6,000foot level on mount hood. Mount hood is a stratovolcano in northwest oregon located about fifty miles east of portland and thirtyfive miles south of the columbia river. Americas best history spotlight september 2019 on the history and historic sites you may not known about, but are gems to visit. Mount hood has played a central role in the geology, history, natural environment, and culture that have helped shape northwest oregon and the entire pacific northwest. Hidden away amid panoramic views of soaring pines and majestic mountain peaks lies the historic timberline lodge.
Hood history, adventure and magnificence in a hardcover book. Timberline lodge, trillium lake and hood river valley wine. Considered an architectural wonder, its still being used for its original intenta magnificent ski lodge and mountain retreat for all to enjoy. Timberline lodge overlook hotel from the shining 2021. Timberline lodge is a mountain lodge on the south side of mount hood in clackamas county, oregon, about 60 miles 97 km east of portland. Hood the timberline lodge is what he chose for the original movies exterior scenes after bringing the shining author stephen king himself for his seal of approval. Mt hood s timberline lodge is a national historic landmark, located 1.
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