Mount Hood Wilderness - Restrictions

Restrictions

Wilderness permits are required, but free, to enter the area and can be filled out at ranger stations or at kiosks along trails where they enter the wilderness. Climbers ascending to or near the summit should register (and sign out at return) at the climber's registration in Timberline's day lodge, or at other wilderness permit registration kiosks. Mountain Locator Units can be inexpensively rented in Government Camp and at some area recreation businesses.

U.S. Wilderness Areas do not allow motorized or mechanized vehicles, including bicycles. Although camping and fishing are allowed with proper permit, no roads or buildings are constructed and there is also no logging or mining, in compliance with the 1964 Wilderness Act. Wilderness areas within National Forests and Bureau of Land Management areas also allow hunting in season.