Mt. Hood Adventure Park At Skibowl Is The Perfect Summer Destination
The Adventure Park at Mt. Hood Skibowl is closed for the season. They will open June 12 for the summer 2026!
Please Note:
Oregon’s Mt. Hood Territory is the destination marketing organization for the Clackamas County Office of Tourism.
For questions or assistance related to Mt. Hood Skibowl operations, tickets or guest services please contact their team directly at guestservices@skibowl.com or via their text-only phone line at 971-351-2435.
Article At A Glance
- Mt. Hood Adventure Park at Skibowl is open for summer, transforming a popular winter ski area into a high-energy warm-weather destination near Portland with activities for all ages.
- Experience adrenaline-pumping attractions such as the northwest's only ½ mile dual alpine slide, scenic sky chair ride, freefall bungee jumping, 800' of ziplines, go-karts and bungee trampolines.
- Set in the scenic Mt. Hood National Forest, the park offers nearly 1,000 acres of alpine meadows and forest, blending outdoor adventure with iconic mountain views.
- Plan a full summer day trip with flexible passes, on-site food options and easy access just about an hour from Portland, making it one of Oregon’s top family-friendly attractions. Or make it an overnight at a great Mt. Hood lodging option.
Summer on Mt. Hood looks a little different than it does in the winter. When the snow melts at Mt. Hood Skibowl, the slopes transform into one of Oregon’s most exciting warm-weather playgrounds. Located in Government Camp, and within the Mt. Hood National Forest, this summer adventure park brings high-energy attractions, family-friendly fun and sweeping alpine views together in one place.
Just about an hour from Portland, it’s an easy escape for anyone looking to trade city heat for cool mountain air and full-day adventure. Make it an overnight and truly experience all that the mountain towns of Mt. Hood have to offer in the summer.
What Is The Mt. Hood Adventure Park At Skibowl?
The Mt. Hood Adventure Park at Skibowl offers something for all ages. Less than an hour from Portland, located in the Mt. Hood National Forest, you'll experience outdoor adventure with Mt. Hood as the perfect backdrop. The park features the northwest's only ½ mile dual alpine slide, scenic sky chair ride, freefall bungee jumping, 800' of ziplines, the Skibowl Raceway including indy and sprint karts, bungee trampolines, plus much more! The park is open six days a week, Wednesday through Monday, 11am-6pm.
One of the Adventure Park's biggest draws is Oregon's only Half Mile Dual Alpine Slide, which sends the slide-goer shooting down a half-mile track, swerving through the meadows below Mt. Hood before concluding at the base of Skibowl West.
The Skibowl Raceway is a state-of-the-art facility race track featuring both high-performance Indy Race Karts and nimble Sprint Karts.
Bringing the kids? From the kiddy carousel to kiddy karts and the kids play zone, you can fill the whole day with kid-themed fun!
Or if you want your whole day to be relaxing you can calmly connect with nature on the Scenic Sky Chair offering beautiful views of expansive vistas, the Cascade Mountain Range, Mt. Hood and four volcanic mountain peaks. And, you can take a leisurely hike along their trails, stopping to soak in the incredible views.
If you're looking to get your heard pounding, you won't want to miss the Aerial Park. Reach new heights on the 5 Bridge Tree-Top Tour, a series of balance bridges that increase in difficulty the higher you go. Dial up the energy on the Freefall Bungee Jump Tower with unreal views of Mt. Hood in the background. Soak it all in from up high on 800' of ziplines that run over the park.
No matter your overnight preference you're sure to find the perfect Mt. Hood lodging to extend your stay. Enjoy from incredible vacation rentals, wonderful resorts, traditional hotels and even campgrounds.
Know Before You Go
Location: Government Camp, Oregon
Distance: Approximately 1 hour from Portland
Season: Summer operations vary by weather and schedule
Experience type: Mix of single attractions and bundled activity options
Plan for: Half-day to full-day visits depending on activities. For the best experience plan an overnight.
