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Mirror Lake Trailhead

Government Camp, Oregon · Clackamas County · Facility

Provides access to: Mirror Lake Trail #664 which accesses Salmon-Huckleberry Wilderness.A new parking lot and plaza area was finished in the fall of 2018 located immediately adjacent to Skibowl west along Hwy 26 near Government Camp. The plaza area includes vaulted toilets, picnic table, information kiosk, bike racks, …

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About Mirror Lake Trailhead

Provides access to: Mirror Lake Trail #664 which accesses Salmon-Huckleberry Wilderness.A new parking lot and plaza area was finished in the fall of 2018 located immediately adjacent to Skibowl west along Hwy 26 near Government Camp. The plaza area includes vaulted toilets, picnic table, information kiosk, bike racks, and trash receptacle. The parking area contains two accessible parking spaces, and 49 regular parking spaces. The trailhead is located behind the restroom.

How to Get There

From Portland, OR – travel 27.5 miles east of Sandy on US Hwy 26 and turn right into the Skibowl West/Mirror Lake Trailhead parking area. From Government Camp: From the west end of the Government Camp Loop Rd. turn right (West) onto Hwy 26. Travel 0.4miles West on Hwy 26 to the Mirror Lake Trailhead Parking Are which will be on your left.

Driving directions (Google Maps) →

Plan Your Visit to Mirror Lake Trailhead

Heading to Mirror Lake Trailhead? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Mirror Lake Trailhead?

No central reservation system listed for Mirror Lake Trailhead. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/252416) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Mirror Lake Trailhead?

From Portland, OR – travel 27.5 miles east of Sandy on US Hwy 26 and turn right into the Skibowl West/Mirror Lake Trailhead parking area. From Government Camp: From the west end of the Government Camp Loop Rd. turn right (West) onto Hwy 26. Travel 0.4miles West on Hwy 26 to the Mirror Lake Trailhead Parking Are which will be on your left.