34 min
Overview
The Southshore Trail #529 has two segments a west side and an east side separated by a short portion of the Timothy Lake Trail #528 in the middle. The Southshore Trail #529 runs through Pine Point, The Cove, Hoodview, Gone Creek and Oak Fork Campgrounds and Day Use Areas along the south shore of Timothy Lake. While it is the most scenic part of the Timothy Lake Loop, it is also the busiest and most populated. For those wanting fewer crowds, stay on the Timothy Lake Trail that avoids the campgrounds. <br><br>Riders can park at the Pine Point Day Use Area (day use fee or Northwest Forest Pass required). Head east on the trail where it passes through the Pine Point Day Use, Pine Point Campground, The Cove Day Use Area, and then Hoodview Campground. Just after leaving the campground, the trail ends and picks up the Timothy Lake Timothy Lake Trail #528. Follow the Timothy Lake Trail for a short distance to where the Southshore Trail - East starts.<br><br>This part of the Timothy Lake Loop is wonderful for beginner riders including children. There are plenty of spots to stop for water and restrooms in the campgrounds. The lake is a great spot to cool off.
Trail Stats
2.1 km
22 m
994 m
983 m
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Photos
Hoodview Campground lives up to its name along the Southshore Trail. Photo by Gene Blick.
Hoodview Campground lives up to its name along the Southshore Trail. Photo by Gene Blick.
The Cove Day-Use Area, along the Southshore Trail, offers fantastic views of Mt. Hood on a clear day. Photo by John Sparks.
The Cove Day-Use Area, along the Southshore Trail, offers fantastic views of Mt. Hood on a clear day. Photo by John Sparks.
A family of geese and goslings swim along the Southshore Trail near Pine Point Campground. Photo by Gene Blick.
A family of geese and goslings swim along the Southshore Trail near Pine Point Campground. Photo by Gene Blick.
The Southshore Trail can offer interesting views near the dam. Photo by Gene Blick.
The Southshore Trail can offer interesting views near the dam. Photo by Gene Blick.
Southshore Trail #529 in the Gone Creek Campground.
Southshore Trail #529 in the Gone Creek Campground.
The locals enjoy their afternoon near Pine Point Campground and the Southshore Trail. Photo by Gene Blick.
The locals enjoy their afternoon near Pine Point Campground and the Southshore Trail. Photo by Gene Blick.