Timberline Lodge: Mount Hood, Oregon
Situated halfway to the summit of gorgeous Mount Hood, the historic Timberline Lodge was proclaimed a National Historic Landmark in 1977 and is one of the area’s most popular tourist attractions.
The timber and stone structure goes all the way back to 1936 and was created entirely by hand by craftspeople that were hired as part of the Federal Works Progress Administration throughout the Great Depression.
Deemed an architectural wonder, the 1980 movie “The Shining” used aerial shots of the lodge in its opening scene and a few exterior footage. Nowadays, though, it’s still being used for its original purpose… as a mountain retreat and impressive ski lodge.
The rooms in this cozy winter lodge feature original artwork and handcrafted furnishings constructed by the same workers who built the facilities.
During the height of winter, the ground floor of this cozy winter lodge is typically buried in snow, and guests get access through a snow tunnel.
And even though it’s getting on in age, there are many modern amenities to enjoy, including a year-round heated outdoor swimming pool, sauna, hot tub, fitness room, and much more.
