Skier and Snowboarder Retreat, updated Thunderhead Lodge #301
Thunderhead Lodge 301 - Meredith Lodging
Located in the Historic Village of Government Camp you will enjoy views of Mt Hood and Skibowl from the 3rd floor deck of Thunderhead Lodge condo 301. The lodge which was originally built in 1941 has a varied history starting out as the terminal for the Skiway gondola that carried skiers to Timberline Lodge in the 1950s. At one time, there was a bar and restaurant on the mid-level, too. Thunderhead Lodge has been converted to 10 condominiums which were built in 1981.
This bright and comfy condo is a studio and has been remodeled with a new bathroom, furnishings, wood laminate floors, and more. The kitchen includes a full-size range, refrigerator, microwave, and dishwasher. This getaway is ideally suited for a couple but can accommodate a small family for winter and summer adventures.
The studio condo (no separate bedroom) includes a fully equipped kitchen with a range, refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave, dining table for 4, a queen bed and bunk bed, and a private bathroom with a tub and shower enclosure. In the evenings after a day of fun, you can stream movies and shows on the smart TV or gather around the dining table and play board games or work on jigsaw puzzles.
The geothermally heated outdoor pool provides year-round swimming! There is a spacious recreation room with foosball, a pool table, and a fireplace. You can step outside for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in the winter and hiking in the summer on a vast network of trails including the Crosstown Trail, the Glade Trail, and many others. Laundry facilities are in the recreation room on the ground floor and are coin-operated. During the winter months, you will need a Sno-Park Permit to park at Thunderhead Lodge.
• In Government Camp • Studio Condo • Easy Access • Fully-Equipped Kitchen • 1 Queen Bed • 1 Bunk Bed • 1 Full Bathroom • Deck with Views • Streaming TV • Internet Speed: Stream 2-3 devices • Coin-Operated Laundry On Site • Outdoor Geothermally Heated Swimming Pool • Please Leave Your Dogs at Home • Note: This is a 3rd floor unit and there is not an elevator • No Smoking • 570 Square Feet • Property Elevation: 3796 Feet • Note: Snowy roads and driveway require traction devices (chains or snow tires) and 4WD for access during the winter • Parking: Max 1 Vehicle • Sleeps 4 • No Parties, Weddings or Events, Please. • STR-812-22
*Each home is individually owned. Amenities and furnishings are subject to change at any time. For questions on this, please contact our office.
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
About the area
Government Camp
Located in Government Camp, this condo is in a rural area. Timberline Lodge Ski Area and Mount Hood Ski Bowl are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Mt Hood Cultural Center and Museum and Amaze'n Maze. Travelling with kids? Consider Alpine Slide and Mountain Sports. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
Government Camp, OR
What's nearby
Mount Hood Ski Bowl - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Mt Hood Cultural Center and Museum - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Lower Bowl - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
Summit Ski Area - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Alpine Slide - 9 min drive - 1.4 km
Getting around
Portland International Airport (PDX) - 64 min drive
Restaurants
Ratskeller - 8 min walk
Ram's Head Bar - 11 min drive
Mazot - 30 min drive
Bullwheel Bar - 19 min drive
Ski Bowl East - 18 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Skier and Snowboarder Retreat, updated Thunderhead Lodge #301 have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Skier and Snowboarder Retreat, updated Thunderhead Lodge #301?
As of 16 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Skier and Snowboarder Retreat, updated Thunderhead Lodge #301 on 7 April 2026 start from NZ$185, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Skier and Snowboarder Retreat, updated Thunderhead Lodge #301 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Skier and Snowboarder Retreat, updated Thunderhead Lodge #301?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Skier and Snowboarder Retreat, updated Thunderhead Lodge #301?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Skier and Snowboarder Retreat, updated Thunderhead Lodge #301?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Skier and Snowboarder Retreat, updated Thunderhead Lodge #301 located?
This family-friendly Government Camp condo building is located in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of Mount Hood Ski Bowl, Mt Hood Cultural Center and Museum and Lower Bowl. Amaze'n Maze and Alpine Slide are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
8.4
Very good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Thank you for the 5-star review! We're glad everything went smoothly and you didn't need to contact us. But should you when you stay with us again, just know that we have many local staff members ready to help you with anything. We appreciate you choosing Meredith Lodging and hope to host you again soon.
I stayed here for my for ski trip with some friends and it was absolutely perfect location and stay. We had a ton of fun, and this spot made it super smooth and easy! Highly recommend:)
Miranda G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 February 2025
Hi Miranda! Thank you for your 5-star review. We are so glad you enjoyed your ski getaway and found the location perfect for your stay. We loved hosting your group and hope you will book with us again!
Enjoyed our stay in Mt. Hood. Condo location was great. We enjoyed the pool and game room. Building is old but has been updated in a lot of areas. Biggest issues we had were the ceiling fans were pretty bad (loud & shaking) & the showers water temp was not great (warm to hot and back to warm). Otherwise for the price and location it was good. It was nice being able to walk to Mt. Hood Brewing & being a minute away from camp gov & ski bowl. We would come back again.
Ross W.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 August 2025
Hi Ross! We are glad you enjoyed your Mt. Hood getaway. We appreciate your feedback and will have our local team check on the fans. We loved hosting you and hope you will book with us again!
Verified
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
29 September 2022
Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Love the area!!
I had a great time hiking in the area, my unit had all that I needed but I wanted to swim and the pics online were from possibly 40 year’s ago when it was fresh and clean and open, was just kind of creepy! The hallways were very old and dilapidated; I don’t scare easily, but I went alone and was the only person at the hotel until much later in the evening and an older couple arrived, not sure if they stayed. The unit was ok for 1 person, at best 2 people and the exterior is terrible, nothing like the pics! The 2nd night was better, a couple more people were there and that was a Friday! The pics on the website are not what I saw!!!
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2023
Hi Teresa! We are glad you enjoyed the area, and the unit had everything you needed. We appreciate your feedback regarding the exterior, and will share your comments with our property team. We loved hosting you, and hope you will book with us again.
Verified
4/10 Poor
Jeff S.
4 April 2023
Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication
Disappointing stay….
Picked this location and was excited to stay in the Thunderhead because of the spring fed pool.
Unfortunately I was notified 4 days prior to my stay that the pool is/was out of commission due to an algae issue. Conveniently I was notified when I was no longer eligible for a refund and when I requested a discount/refund the property manager declined and pointed to the contract.
The unit is setup as a bunk room and ideal for a dude trip. It is appointed with the basics but no frills. The building is dated and the stairs to the 3rd floor unit are significant.
Without the pool, this was a extremely overpriced stay. Even if the pool was working, I would recommend staying down the street in the hotel for a lower cost option or in the resort closer to town for a slightly higher cost option that is newer, cleaner and has multiple pools / hot tubs.
Jeff S.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 September 2023
Hi Jeff. We are sorry you were not fully satisfied with your stay. We understand your disappointment; however, the HOA manages the pool, not Meredith Lodging, and we were only notified of the closure a few days before your check-in date. We reviewed the correspondence on your account, and see our team notified you as soon as we were made aware of the closure. We value your booking, and do hope we have the opportunity to host you again.