Mt. Hood National Forest Jean Lake Hike Hike 37 Length: 1.0 miles round trip Elevation Change: 265' loss then gain back out Season: Late Spring thru Late Fall Difficulty:   Easy Permit:   NW Forest Pass Required Features: This is a short and easy hike. The hike begins to descend almost immediately and drops along the side of a hillside within a dense forest. This short hike brings you to a lovely lake surrounded by timber and a lush meadow. A clear little stream feeds the lake and flowers about in season. The most difficult part of this hike is getting to it. Forest Road 3550 is a challenge at best. A Virtual Hike in the Mt Hood National Forest All for the love of hiking!