A quieter side of Mt. Hood
Two spacious forest cabins made for fireside evenings, mountain adventures, and unhurried time together.
Your basecamp in the trees
Settle into Rhododendron with room for the whole group. Ski days, river walks, long dinners, and quiet mornings are all within reach—without giving up the comfort of home.
2.4 forested acresMt. Hood, Oregon
A private forest chalet near the Sandy River with space to reconnect, soak, play, and settle in after a day on Mt. Hood.
Forest retreatMt. Hood, Oregon
A remodeled mountain basecamp with a well-appointed kitchen, detached game room, and outdoor spaces made for long weekends.
Start with the highlights, then open the complete room-by-room tour when you want every detail.
Five highlights · Complete tour below
Exterior · winter · views · firepit
Great room · dining · second living room
Private hot tub · six-person sauna · three game spaces
Sleeping spaces · full baths · walk-in shower
Five highlights · Complete tour below
Exterior · decks · backyard · detached game room
Great room · kitchen · dining · upstairs lounge
Private hot tub · firepit · gazebo · outdoor dining
King room · queen room · full bath · double vanity
Ping-pong · arcade · foosball · lounge
Guest floor plans
The floor-plan section is reserved, but nothing will be posted until John’s corrected layouts are marked up and converted into the same simple guest-friendly format as the coastal homes.
Awaiting the owner-corrected layout.
Awaiting the owner-corrected layout.
Professionally managed
Both mountain cabins are managed by Blackburn Management, with responsive support before, during, and after every stay.
The Mt. Hood visitor guide
From the cabins in Rhododendron, the mountain opens in every direction: ski slopes and glowing tube hills uphill, rivers and forest trails nearby, and friendly mountain towns when it is time to refuel.
About 25 minutesPaddle into the view.Explore Frog Lake ↗
Trails from 5–30 minutesWalk where the forest gets quiet.Find a trail ↗
About 25 minutesChase the next turn.Ride Sandy Ridge ↗
About 22 minutesLight up the mountain.Try Cosmic Tubing ↗
All seasons · one unforgettable mountainStart here
Make first tracks, walk beside a lake, cast into clear water, race down a forest trail, or simply wander Government Camp and end the day by the fire.
Explore Mt. Hood Territory ↗From the cabin door
Approximate drive times from the Rhododendron cabins. Weather and mountain traffic can add time, especially on winter weekends.
Winter on Mt. Hood
Resort skiing, family tubing, quiet snowshoe trails, and guided adventures are all within an easy mountain drive.
Iconic lodge, expansive terrain, lessons, rentals, and one of the longest ski seasons in North America.
Mountain details ↗ Ski & rideA full-scale mountain day with varied terrain, lessons, rentals, dining, and current conditions online.
Check conditions ↗ After darkMusic, lasers, glowing lanes, and conveyor-assisted tubing at Mt. Hood Skibowl.
Plan a session ↗ Guided adventureGuided rides through the national forest, with equipment and helmets provided.
Tour information ↗ Quiet snowRent gear or join a guided forest outing, including seasonal evening experiences.
Explore tours ↗ Seasonal favoriteFind current snow-season ideas and check locally for limited-run events such as sleigh rides before your stay.
See winter ideas ↗Trails, lakes & waterfalls
Choose a reflective lake loop, a waterfall walk, or a longer alpine day. Conditions can change quickly with elevation.
A classic lake walk with one of Mt. Hood’s most memorable reflections.
Popular hikeForest trail, alpine lake, and the option to continue upward when conditions allow.
Longer adventureA dramatic fan-shaped waterfall reached by a more demanding wilderness route.
Choose your ownStart with quiet Frog Lake for fishing, paddling, swimming, and a picnic beneath the mountain.
Rivers & fishing
The Sandy, Salmon, Clackamas, and high mountain lakes offer everything from a riverside pause to guided whitewater and a full day with a fishing rod.
Seasonal guided trips for guests who want more current and more adrenaline.
Explore rafting ↗ Cast a lineODFW’s guide to stocked lakes, species, and backcountry fishing opportunities around Mt. Hood.
Fishing information ↗ Know before you goCheck current seasons, rules, licenses, and recreation reports before fishing.
Visit ODFW ↗Biking
Mt. Hood has lift-served riding, purpose-built forest trails, and routes for riders who would rather earn every descent.
Mountain towns
Rhododendron keeps essentials close. Government Camp is the alpine village. Sandy offers the broadest selection of groceries, shops, and services.
Stop for groceries, coffee, casual food, outdoor basics, and local flavor along Highway 26.
Explore the Villages ↗Browse ski shops and gifts, eat after a mountain day, and visit the Mt. Hood Cultural Center & Museum.
Visit the museum ↗The best nearby choice for larger grocery runs, pharmacies, sporting goods, restaurants, and everyday shopping.
Visitor resources ↗Come for the architecture, WPA craftsmanship, mountain views, dining, art, and year-round atmosphere—even if you never ski.
Visit Timberline ↗Before you leave the cabin
Hours, access, snow levels, river conditions, permits, and seasonal operations change. Always confirm directly with the destination before setting out.
Book here. Settle in.
Clear pricing, live availability, and one dependable team from your first question through checkout.
Skip marketplace markups and reserve with the team that manages the cabins.
Practical help before, during, and after your mountain stay.
Rates and availability will synchronize through secure Hostaway booking.
The mountain is waiting