Hood Mountain Regional Park parking lot

My favorite place to hike. Love the summit trail from Pythian Rd parking area. Great workout. Flowers, trees, creek, even a waterfall. Surprise- never seen one there before. Sun and shade with ups and downs along the way. Two ponds and I had some water over trail in two areas. Not deep, but a bit of mud on sides.

I have emphysema and lung cancer or severe copd, I walk to live. Any uphill or stairs are a physical challenge. This is mostly uphill stuff (until you return lol) so it really works me out. With fantastic views, wildlife and glorious nature as a reward for my troubles. I LOVE IT.

Fairly tough hike to the summit - around 2.5-3 hour round trip hike with very steep beginning and end. 45 degree incline for the last segment but worth it for the views. Dog friendly and not to busy - lots of other trails to explore too so never seems to get that busy.

If, you stay near Parking lot... Trails are much easier. If you go Up to the Gate... You'll be in for nearly a Stroke‼️🤣 Signs state that you Have to use trails & Not Roadways. It's a beautiful place but, a fire 🔥 destroyed lots of vegetation. The POND... Ohhhhh that pond‼️ Though reading a sign that states, "Pond . 0.5 mls is the Understatement of all times on Signs.... When you get there.... Just breathe taking‼️ Like a miniature, Lake Tahoe without the, Emerald Bay Castle & classic Tahoe colored water. You'll be happy to know that there Is a Wheelchair Portapotty at the Pond.

The new Lawson Trail is pretty cool. Just needs to settle cut is recent. But a good ride after a mother of a climb on the Lower Johnson Trail roamed around and explored. The trail had some hazards of loos dirt and rocky sections moon dust mostly being so arid and dry. Good ride though views are stunning!.

Fairly steep grade so could be a challenge or a great workout depending on your fitness level and what you’re looking for. Most trails appear to still be closed due to the fires that burned most of the park. Parking lot is very small and limited so arrive early.

This is the perfect place for a hike. Great place to exercise with family and friends. All you need is a water bottle, a healthy snack and a good leg stretch. Highly recommend this spot.

I entered this Park on the Pythian Road entrance. And used that parking lot. I only spent 2 hours walking and had way more to explore. It looks like I will be coming back more to see the rest of Hood Mountain.