Trout Lake Loop

Distance: 52 miles
Climbing: 3435 feet

This is a nice long loop. Traffic is minimal. Views are outstanding. Several long climbs challenge you, but earn you good views. Check the Gifford Pinchot National Forest or call the Mt. Adams ranger station to see if the 23 road and 88 road are clear of snow. They are usually snow-covered into June.

To get to Trout Lake, where you’ll start this ride, cross the Hood River bridge into Washington. Turn left, and take the second right, just before the White Salmon River. Follow this road to Trout Lake, about 40 minutes. Park in Trout Lake.

Take the 141 out of Trout Lake. Turn north onto Trout Creek Road. That becomes Forest Road 88. Follow that until you hit the 90 road. Go right. Follow that until you hit the 23 road. Go right and ride back to Trout Lake.

Have fun.