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Mount-Hood-Parkd
Eden Index
Climate
7.5
•
Recreation
8.6
•
Community
1.0
•
Safeguard
6.3/10
Mount Hood Parkdale is a small community located in Hood River County, Oregon, nestled in the shadows of the majestic Mount Hood. The climate in this region is characterized by mild summers and cold, snowy winters. The area receives abundant rainfall throughout the year, particularly during the winter months, which helps to sustain the hydrology constituents such as rivers, streams, and lakes that dot the landscape.
Mount Hood Parkdale offers a wealth of outdoor recreational opportunities for nature enthusiasts. The region is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and provides ample opportunities for activities such as hiking, camping, fishing, and wildlife viewing. The scenic trails around Mount Hood cater to both novice and experienced hikers, offering breathtaking vistas of the surrounding forests, waterfalls, and wildflowers in bloom.
The hydrology constituents in the area, including the Hood River and nearby lakes, provide excellent opportunities for fishing, kayaking, and swimming during the warmer months. Visitors can also enjoy winter sports like skiing and snowboarding at the nearby ski resorts on Mount Hood, which boasts some of the best powder in the Pacific Northwest.
Overall, Mount Hood Parkdale offers a diverse range of outdoor recreational opportunities for nature lovers, making it a must-visit destination for those seeking adventure and connection with the natural world.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 7.5
Mount-Hood-Parkd receives approximately
969mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 82%
and air temperatures averaging around
9°C.
Mount-Hood-Parkd has a plant hardyness factor of
7, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive during the non-winter months.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Middle Columbia
Area Rivers
Middle Columbia
Snowpack Depths
Middle Columbia
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Middle Columbia
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 8.6
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Routson | None | 2,463 ft | |||
| Post Camp | 4 | 3,996 ft | |||
| Spring Drive RV (was Bear Springs) | 8 | 3,260 ft | |||
| Bonney Crossing | 10 | 2,183 ft | |||
| Badger Lake | 4 | 4,496 ft | |||
| Knebal Springs | 8 | 3,808 ft | |||
| Wahtum Lake | 8 | 3,953 ft | |||
| Bonney Meadows | 6 | 5,242 ft | |||
| Wyeth - Columbia River Gorge Area | 13 | 159 ft | |||
| Barlow Crossing | 5 | 2,989 ft | |||
| Clackamas Lake | 46 | 3,350 ft | |||
| Rock Creek Reservoir | 33 | 2,214 ft | |||
| Joe Graham Horse Camp | 13 | 3,382 ft | |||
| Nottingham | 23 | 3,336 ft | |||
| Home Valley Campground | None | 110 ft | |||
| Eight Mile | 25 | 3,859 ft | |||
| Big Cedars Campground | None | 1,356 ft | |||
| Oklahoma | 23 | 1,749 ft | |||
| Sherwood | 26 | 3,174 ft | |||
| White River Station | 5 | 2,880 ft | |||
| Toll Bridge County Park | None | 1,661 ft | |||
| Forest Creek | 8 | 3,040 ft | |||
| Tucker County Park | None | 460 ft | |||
| Keeps Mill | 5 | 2,515 ft | |||
| Moss Creek | 18 | 1,385 ft | |||
| Mccubbins Gulch | 5 | 2,938 ft | |||
| Viento State Park | None | 325 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI): 1.0
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.