"Majestic Mt. Hood towers over beautiful Lost Lake in the Mt. Hood National Forest. The tallest mountain in the state, Mt. Hood rises 11,235 feet in Oregon's Cascade Mountains and is noted for its excellent skiing conditions. Lost Lake, north of the awesome peak, is one of the state's most popular vacation spots. It is used for boating, fishing and swimming and is equipped with picnic, and overnight camping facilities. Lost Lake is located 27 miles south of Hood River, off Oregon State Highway 35 and past the communities of Odell and Dee, Hood River County." Oregon Department of Transportation Photo 7696
"Lost Lake in Oregon's Cascade Mountains is one of the state's most popular scenic attractions, particularly in the fall when bright red and orange colors add to its well-photographed setting beneath 11,235-foot Mt. Hood. The lake is part of the vast Mt. Hood National Forest recreational empire with attracts boat enthusiasts, fishermen, campers, hikers, and year-round skiers as well as photographers and sightseers, Hood River County." Oregon Department of Transportation Photo 8137