# Mt. Hood Meadows Nordic Center Family Snowshoe & Forest Discovery > Place to go for families in the Portland–Vancouver–Hillsboro area (OR / WA). Times are Pacific Time. - When: Open on its own schedule - Where: Mt. Hood Meadows Nordic Center, 14040 OR-35, Mt Hood, OR 97041 - Ages: All ages (Youth rentals available from child size 10) - Price: $20-$24 Nordic trail pass; $15 snowshoe rental; kids 6 & under free trail access - Organizer: Mt. Hood Meadows - Official page: https://www.skihood.com/ - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/portland/activities/mt-hood-meadows-nordic-center-family-snowshoe-and-forest-discovery--listing-d1731c03198d014b26aacd07 ## About Located on the sunny eastern flank of Mt. Hood, the Mt. Hood Meadows Nordic Center offers 15 kilometers of scenic, groomed trails and dedicated snowshoe paths tailored for outdoor-loving families. Departing from the Hood River Meadows base area, the snowshoe trails meander through tranquil old-growth evergreen forests, across peaceful snow bridges, and alongside babbling alpine creeks. The Nordic Center provides youth snowshoe and Nordic ski rentals in all sizes, plus trail passes that grant access to gentle practice flats. After exploring the winter woods, families can head into the warm Nordic lodge for warm soup, hot cocoa, and panoramic views of Mt. Hood's majestic peak. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Winter snow requires snowshoes or toddler sled pullers; the Hood River Meadows Nordic lodge is accessible with heated seating and rental counters. • Nursing & Rest Spots: Cozy Nordic Center lodge with heated seating, restrooms with changing stations, and scenic picnic viewing tables. • Age Suitability: All ages; snowshoe rentals fit toddlers wearing size 10 youth winter boots and up; infants can be carried in ergonomic front or back child carriers. • Sensory Tips: Crisp alpine sunshine, scent of fresh pine needles, and soft crunch of snow beneath snowshoes; shaded forest sections can be chilly, so dressing in waterproof snow pants is recommended. ## Similar picks in Portland - [Teacup Lake Nordic Club Family Cross-Country Ski & Snowshoe Trails](https://grassyknees.com/portland/activities/teacup-lake-nordic-club-family-cross-country-ski-and-snowshoe-trails--listing-8abc702471e4225421174a0d) — Open on its own schedule · Teacup Lake Nordic Club, Mount Hood · All ages · From $20 · checked Nov 5. 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