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Hoodoo is a ski resort in the northwest United States, in the central Cascade Range of Oregon. Located near the summit of Santiam Pass on U.S. Route 20, the ski area operates on federal land through agreement with Willamette National Forest on Hoodoo Butte, a volcanic cinder cone. Hoodoo's slopes primarily face northeast.
The Hoodoo ski area, a popular winter sports destination, sits on Hoodoo Butte. It encompasses 800 acres (3.2 km 2) with 34 trail runs, five chairlifts, a snow tubing park, night skiing, [2] lodges, rental and repair stores, and a day-care building. [5] First built in 1938, [2] the original ski area was supported by a group funded by Ed ...
A backcountry, snowshoeing trail runs for 4 miles (6.4 km) from the Hoodoo ski area, [30] rising about 200 feet (61 m) in elevation over its course. [31] The route travels between Hayrick and Hoodoo Butte, offering views of Mount Washington. [32] There is an avalanche hazard near Hayrick's base. [32]
This holiday weekend is about as good as it gets for early season winter recreation in Oregon. Here are some ideas for snowy and non-snowy adventures.
Hoodoo Ski Area general manager Matthew McFarland talks about running a ski area with less snow and the economics of keeping skiing affordable.
The ski area on Santiam Pass saw its snow base jump to 30 inches over the weekend, with a lot more snow expected this coming week.
[4] [5] [11] [19] In the winter, trails around the lake are used for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. There is also a network of snowmobile trails near the lake. Hoodoo Ski Area is 6 miles (9.7 km) west of Suttle Lake, adding another recreational option for visitors interested in down-hill skiing. [5] [20]
Skiers ride on a ski lift at Hoodoo Ski Area's opening day on Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024. In this episode of the Explore Oregon Podcast , host Zach Urness chats with Hoodoo Ski Area general manager ...