Anyone who has driven US-26 eastbound toward Government Camp on a Saturday morning after a fresh snowstorm already knows how this story goes. The Oregon Department of Transportation has documented backups stretching 20 miles from Welches to Government Camp — delays running two hours or more — while chain-control signs go up on the mountain highway and motorists scramble for equipment they didn't think they'd need. Up at 6,000 feet, Timberline Lodge's parking lots fill on busy winter weekends before many groups even clear Sandy.
Every state-maintained recreational lot on the mountain requires an Oregon Sno-Park permit from November 1 through April 30. And after the 40 miles of US-26, there's still the six-mile climb up Timberline Road — a steep alpine switchback that surprises first-timers even on a clear day.
A Mt. Hood charter bus or party bus rental from Gresham turns that whole checklist into a non-issue. Ski bags and gear go in the undercarriage bays, your group rides up together without anyone white-knuckling the highway, and the bus parks in Timberline's designated bus area while everyone's on the slopes. Greshampartybuscompany.com makes it easy to compare bus options serving the Gresham–Mt. Hood corridor — use the online form or call 971-571-6720 any time, and you'll have pricing in about a minute. Everything below is built for the first-timer: exactly where the bus drops off at Timberline Lodge and Mt. Hood Skibowl, what Sno-Park permits cost, which vehicle fits a ski group hauling gear, and which weekends fill the mountain fast enough that waiting to book costs you the vehicle you wanted.
Why US-26 on a Ski Weekend Makes a Mt. Hood Charter Bus Rental the Smart Call
US-26 east of Sandy narrows through the mountain corridor and every vehicle heading to Government Camp uses the same two-lane approach. On any weekend after a significant snowfall — and especially on Presidents' Day weekend or the stretch between Christmas and New Year's — ODOT has documented 20-mile backups running from Welches all the way to Government Camp, with delays topping two hours. That math means a 7:00 AM departure from Gresham that runs into congestion around Welches doesn't reach the mountain until mid-morning, burning the best conditions of the day.
The lifts don't wait.
Then there's the chain law, which catches groups harder than most people expect. Oregon's traction law lets passenger vehicles rated at 10,000 pounds GVW or less substitute traction tires for chains when the law is in effect on a designated Snow Zone — but that alternative ends completely above that weight threshold. A standard 40–56 passenger charter bus runs north of 35,000 pounds unladen.
A minibus easily clears the limit too. When chain-control signs go up on US-26, every large commercial vehicle requires actual chains installed, not just traction tires — and failing to comply is a citable traffic violation under Oregon law, with commercial vehicles facing a stiffer penalty class than passenger cars. The Oregon chain law page on TripCheck lays out the requirements directly.
A charter bus or party bus operating on the Mt. Hood corridor already meets this requirement as part of normal mountain operations — it is not a question your group has to solve at a chain-up area halfway up the highway. Check current road conditions and chain-requirement status at TripCheck.com or by calling 511 before any winter departure.
Add in the Sno-Park permit required at every state-maintained lot November through April, parking that fills fast on busy winter weekends, and the challenge of regrouping six cars of people who hit the highway at different times — versus one bus with one departure time and one arrival at the designated bus area. That's the whole calculation.
Charter Bus & Party Bus Drop-Off at Timberline Lodge
Timberline Lodge (27500 E Timberline Rd, Timberline Lodge, OR 97028) sits at 6,000 feet on the south slope of Mt. Hood — reached via a dedicated six-mile alpine access road off US-26 that climbs steeply through the National Forest. The lodge is a WPA-era National Historic Landmark built in 1937, open year-round for skiing, hiking, overnight stays, and dining. The Cascade Dining Room, gallery of local artwork, and views of the summit draw visitors well beyond the ski season, and the eight event venues accommodating groups from under 20 to 300 people make it one of the most-booked corporate retreat destinations in Oregon.
For all of it, the approach is the same: six miles of Timberline Road, no alternate route, one access point.
Timberline maintains separate parking areas for day visitors, overnight guests, and buses, per the lodge's official parking and EV charging page. Day visitor lots — the Main Lot and Salmon River Lot — operate on a first-come, first-served basis and can fill quickly on busy winter weekends, with the lodge recommending early arrival and carpooling when the lots are at capacity. The designated bus parking area is separate from both the day-use scramble and the hotel guest lot near the main lodge, which means your bus stages in a dedicated spot rather than competing for the same spaces that fill by late morning on peak days.
Parking at Timberline is free for all vehicles. Contact the lodge directly at (503) 272-3311 before your visit to confirm current bus staging procedures for your specific date, as logistics on major holiday weekends — New Year's Eve, Presidents' Day — may involve additional coordination.
Sno-Park Permits and Winter Lot Access at Timberline
From November 1 through April 30, Oregon requires a valid Sno-Park permit displayed in the windshield of any vehicle parked in a designated state Sno-Park recreational area — and Timberline's lots fall under that requirement. The permit options: $4 for a single day, $9 for three consecutive days, or $25 for an annual pass. Permits are available at Timberline's ticket windows and Guest Services Desk, at sporting goods stores and retail outlets along US-26, and online through the Oregon DMV for annual passes.
The full list of purchasing agents is on the official Sno-Park permit page. A bus group only needs one permit per vehicle — not one per passenger — so the cost is minimal. Do not rely on buying one at the summit on a peak weekend morning when every vendor on the mountain is at capacity; picking up permits in Sandy or Gresham before departure costs nothing extra and eliminates one variable at the worst possible moment.
For groups planning a corporate retreat, company ski day, or private event at the lodge, Timberline's groups and meetings page outlines eight distinct venues: Ullman Hall (2,365 sq ft, up to 300 theater-style), the Wy'East Day Lodge (2,695 sq ft, up to 280 theater-style), the Barlow Room (1,530 sq ft), and several smaller spaces down to the intimate Silcox Hut at 5,900 feet. The Gresham corporate event charter bus rental page is a good starting point for groups making recurring shuttle runs to the mountain.
Charter Bus & Party Bus Parking at Mt. Hood Skibowl and Government Camp
Mt. Hood Skibowl (87000 E Hwy 26, Government Camp, OR 97028 — phone: (503) 222-2695) sits directly on US-26 at the center of Government Camp, making it the most accessible resort in the cluster for bus drop-off. Two base areas serve different activities: Skibowl West at 87000 E Hwy 26 handles all ski and ride operations and serves as the main base area; Skibowl East at 31315 E Multorpor Drive is the dedicated tubing facility. If your group is splitting into skiers and tubers, those are two different approach points and two different staging areas for the bus.
Parking at both operates on a first-come, first-served basis, managed against the West lot's capacity — Sno-Park permits are required November through April and are available on-site or in advance through the same agents as Timberline. See the official Skibowl parking page for current permit availability and lot conditions before your visit.
Skibowl holds the distinction of the largest night skiing operation in the United States — which matters for group planning, because the evening time window is when the parking situation in Government Camp gets genuinely difficult. Street parking in the village is limited and enforces quickly on weekend nights; the resort lot is at capacity by the time the après-ski crowd has settled in. A charter bus or party bus from Gresham stages nearby and picks the group up at an agreed-upon time, rather than sending everyone back out into a crowded Government Camp street to locate their car.
In summer, Skibowl's Adventure Park opens with more than 20 attractions — alpine slides, zip lining, bungee jumping, and more — and no Sno-Park permit is required. Same bus logistics, different gear, and the same tight Government Camp parking situation on weekend afternoons.
Government Camp village lines US-26 between Skibowl and the Timberline Road turnoff — a tight alpine cluster where street parking disappears fast on ski weekends and evenings. A charter bus or party bus drops your group at Mt. Hood Brewing Co., the Glacier Public House, or the Huckleberry Inn and stages nearby between stops, rather than sending everyone back to move a car between each one. One vehicle, zero meter anxiety across the whole evening.
Renting a Bus to Mt. Hood vs. Every Other Option
This is a bus-comparison site — so here's an honest look at every realistic way a group gets from Gresham to Mt. Hood on a ski weekend, scored on what actually matters when you're moving 20 or more people with gear up a mountain highway.
| Option | Cost shape | Chain law handled? | Arrives together? | Ski gear storage | Best group size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private charter bus or party bus | One flat rate, split by group | Yes — built in for commercial vehicles | Yes — one vehicle, one arrival | Deep undercarriage bays | 15–56 |
| Carpool / drive yourself | Gas + per-car Sno-Park permit ($4/car/day) | No — each vehicle's responsibility | No — arrival times scatter | Roof racks, trunk, limited | 1–5 per car |
| Rideshare caravan (Lyft / Uber) | Per car each way + surge on powder days | Varies by vehicle type; not guaranteed | No — multiple ETAs, scattered arrival | Minimal; ski bags often refused | 1–4 per car |
| Mt. Hood Express (transit) | $2/ride or $5 day pass per person | Not applicable — bus handles it | Only if everyone boards together in Sandy | Very limited on-board space | Any, but originates in Sandy, not Gresham |
For one or two people traveling light and willing to drive to Sandy first, the Mt. Hood Express is genuinely excellent — $2 to Timberline Lodge, no parking, no chain concern. The Express runs from the Sandy Operations Center (16610 Champion Way, Sandy, OR 97055) seven days a week (closed Thanksgiving and Christmas), not from Gresham. That means the transit solution still requires a ~14-mile drive from Gresham to Sandy as the first step.
For a group of 25 people hauling ski bags, boot bags, and helmets, the per-person economics of splitting up into transit and rideshare break down fast — and the gear logistics break down faster. Once your group exceeds a few cars' worth of people and equipment, one bus is typically both simpler and cheaper per head than a caravan of rideshares, each of which may refuse oversized ski bags.
What Size Bus Does Your Group Need for a Mt. Hood Trip?
Ski and snowboard gear changes the vehicle calculation. A 30-person group heading to Timberline has more bulk to move than the same 30 people going to a concert — bags, boots, boards, helmets — and the undercarriage storage capacity of the bus matters as much as the seat count. Here is how the full vehicle lineup breaks down for a Mt. Hood run.
| Vehicle | Seats | Gear storage | Best for | Key amenities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15–35 passenger minibus | ~15–35 | Overhead bins + some underfloor | Mid-size groups, ski clubs, corporate day trips | Powerful A/C, plush reclining seats, climate control |
| Party bus (15–50 passengers) | ~15–50 | Onboard, lighter | Celebration ski trips, bachelor/bachelorette weekends, après-focused groups | LED lighting, sound system, Bluetooth, flat-panel TVs |
| 40–56 passenger charter bus | Up to 56 | Excellent — deep undercarriage bays | Large ski groups, company retreats, school programs | Reclining seats, overhead storage, climate control, WiFi, power outlets, onboard restrooms, undercarriage bays |
For most ski groups, the full-size charter bus is the practical pick — the deep undercarriage bays handle ski bags and boot bags cleanly for a full group, the onboard restroom cuts the pit-stop count on a 46-mile mountain run, and the reclining seats make the post-ski return considerably more comfortable than a minivan. For a bachelorette ski weekend or a birthday group that wants the celebration built into both legs of the trip, a party bus brings the LED lighting and sound system from the Gresham pickup all the way to the mountain. A minibus is the right fit for groups of 20 or fewer who travel lighter or don't need the full amenity package.
ADA-accessible vehicles are available — note any accessibility needs in your quote request.
Mt. Hood Charter Bus Rental Prices: What Shapes Your Quote
There's no single sticker price for a Mt. Hood bus rental — the quote is built around your group's specific day. The main variables: headcount and vehicle size, total hours the bus is reserved (the drive up, time on the mountain, and the drive back), the date (a holiday weekend prices differently than a mid-week day), and your pickup location in Gresham. To give you an idea: a minibus runs $200–$275 per hour on weekends with per-day rates from $1,100 to $2,150; a full-size charter bus runs $200–$350 per hour on weekends with per-day rates from $1,350 to $2,850.
These are planning ranges — the actual quote for your specific date, vehicle, and itinerary hours moves with demand and availability. Check the Gresham party bus prices page for current ranges by vehicle type, or call 971-571-6720 for a quote in about a minute.
A Sample Mt. Hood Ski Day
To give you an idea: a company ski group of 38 people books a 40-passenger charter bus for a Saturday Timberline run. Pickup at 7:00 AM from a central Gresham meeting point, at the Timberline bus lot by 8:30 AM — before the first chair. The undercarriage bays hold ski bags and boot bags for the full group.
The bus stages in the designated bus area while everyone skis, then picks the group up at 4:30 PM for the return. A reservation like that at weekend day-trip hours might land in the $1,600–$2,400 range for the bus — roughly $42–$63 per person for 38 people. Compare that to 12 cars each buying a day Sno-Park permit, gas both ways, and the coordination of keeping 38 people on the same schedule across a dozen separate vehicles on a congested US-26.
A 40-passenger charter bus to Timberline replaces roughly 10–12 cars. That's 10–12 Sno-Park permits ($4 each), 10–12 tanks of gas, and at least one person per car who can't ski until last light because they're responsible for the drive back down. One bus, one permit, one arrival, one departure — everyone rides together the entire day.
Getting to Mt. Hood from Gresham: US-26 Distance, Timing, and the Chain Law
From Gresham, the route to Mt. Hood is unusually direct: east on US-26 (the Mount Hood Highway) through Sandy, Zigzag, Brightwood, Rhododendron, and Government Camp — then left on Timberline Road for the final six-mile alpine climb to the lodge. No freeway connections, no downtown Portland navigation, no interchange juggling. US-26 runs directly east out of Gresham, making this one of the most straightforward Mt. Hood starting points in the metro area.
Approximate distances and drive times under normal conditions:
| From… | Approximate distance | Normal drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Gresham | ~46 miles to Timberline Lodge | 60–70 minutes |
| Gresham (to Government Camp only) | ~40 miles | 50–55 minutes |
| Sandy (Mt. Hood Express hub) | ~27 miles to Timberline | 40–45 minutes |
| Portland (downtown) | ~54 miles to Timberline | 70–80 minutes |
Those numbers are clear-condition estimates. On a ski weekend with fresh snow, ODOT has documented the US-26 corridor backing up 20 miles from Welches to Government Camp — add an hour or more to any timing plan, and check TripCheck.com or call 511 for current chain-requirement status before departure. The chain-up areas on US-26 are signed locations where commercial vehicles must have chains installed before proceeding; stopping mid-highway to install chains is both hazardous and a source of additional delays for everyone behind you.
Oregon's chain law requires all vehicles over 10,000 lbs GVW to use actual chains — not traction tires — when the chain requirement is active. That's a legal standard built into any charter bus or party bus serving the mountain, not something a group trip needs to solve at roadside.
One practical advantage of a charter bus from Gresham: departure is locked in around the group's plan, not around eight individuals' morning schedules. Getting 35 people to all leave at 6:30 AM in their own cars is a coordination exercise that almost never goes perfectly. Booking a bus means one agreed-upon Gresham meeting point, one departure time, and the whole group at the mountain when the first lift opens — together.
The Mt. Hood Express and Timberline Resort Shuttle: What They Cover
Mt. Hood Express. Clackamas County's Mt. Hood Express runs the Express route seven days a week (closed Thanksgiving and Christmas) between the Sandy Operations Center (16610 Champion Way, Sandy, OR 97055) and Timberline Lodge, with stops through the US-26 corridor including Government Camp. Fare is $2 one-way or $5 for a day pass; children under 6 ride free.
Passes are available at the Sandy Operations Center, several Sandy-area locations, and at the Timberline Day Lodge. The key planning note for a Gresham group: the service originates in Sandy, about 14 miles east of Gresham. Getting to Sandy's park-and-ride first — by driving — reintroduces the car-dependency that transit is meant to replace.
For individuals staying in Sandy, Rhododendron, or the Welches corridor, the Express is genuinely practical and eliminates the Timberline Road approach entirely. For a group of 25 people boarding in Gresham with a season's worth of ski gear, it's less so.
Timberline Resort Shuttle. Timberline operates a complimentary resort shuttle between Government Camp and the lodge during ski season weekends and holidays, with stops in Government Camp. The shuttle is free for Timberline and Fusion season passholders and online lift ticket purchasers — a useful last-mile connection for anyone already parked or lodging in Government Camp.
It does not originate in Gresham and doesn't accommodate the gear load of a larger group. For groups arriving by charter bus who are staying overnight in Government Camp and want to ride to the lodge without moving the bus each run, it's a handy supplement. Check Timberline's getting-to-Timberline page for current shuttle schedules before your visit.
Peak Mt. Hood Dates to Book a Party Bus or Charter Bus Early
Mt. Hood doesn't have one peak period — it has several, and the bus supply in the Portland metro tightens on each of them. The dates that matter most for group bookings from Gresham:
- New Year's Eve at Timberline Lodge. The lodge hosts a multi-course dinner in the Cascade Dining Room, live music and dancing, and fireworks at 10 PM. It's one of the most in-demand single-night events on the mountain, parking fills completely, and Timberline Road at midnight after a champagne toast is not where you want your group solving a rideshare problem. A charter bus from Gresham with a confirmed post-fireworks pickup is the clean solution. The date is fixed; book the moment your group is confirmed.
- Presidents' Day weekend (February). The single most consistently busy ski weekend on Mt. Hood, year after year. Every resort is at capacity, US-26 eastbound backs up by 8:00 AM, and the right-size vehicles disappear from the metro area supply quickly. Book at least a month out — more if your group is large.
- Christmas-to-New-Year's holiday week. Multiple back-to-back high-demand days with lodges at full occupancy and lots at capacity. Groups planning a multi-day ski trip during this window should secure bus transportation as soon as the headcount is confirmed.
- Fresh-snow weekends (unpredictable). When a significant storm drops a foot or more on Mt. Hood, the following weekend draws enormous crowds regardless of the calendar date. These are the weekends behind ODOT's 20-mile backup reports. No way to predict them months out, but if your date happens to follow a big storm, expect higher demand on every vehicle in the area.
- Skibowl Summer Adventure Park opening (late spring). Once the summer park opens — typically late May or early June — weekend demand spikes for the outdoor activity crowd. No chain-law concern, but Government Camp street parking is just as limited and the Skibowl lot fills by late morning on peak summer weekends.
For most regular winter weekends and all summer dates, two to four weeks of lead time is workable. The better vehicles go first on any popular date. Call 971-571-6720 as soon as your group's date is set to get strong options at a good price.
Essential Tips for Your Mt. Hood Group Visit
- Get Sno-Park permits before you reach Government Camp. The Oregon DMV's permit page lists all purchasing agents — sporting goods stores and gas stations along US-26 in Sandy sell them. The $4 daily permit ($9 for three consecutive days, $25 annual) is required per vehicle November 1 through April 30, and picking one up in Sandy rather than at the summit eliminates a line at the worst possible moment.
- Check chain requirements before departure, not during. TripCheck.com or 511 shows current chain-law status on US-26 in real time. Conditions can change between Gresham and the chain-up areas on the mountain; knowing the status before you leave means the bus is ready and no one in your caravan is surprised.
- Build in extra time on holiday and powder weekends. A 7:00–7:30 AM departure from Gresham puts the group on the mountain before the first major bottleneck forms. Arriving at Timberline at 8:30 AM instead of 10:30 AM is the difference between first chair and a two-hour lift wait.
- Book the Cascade Dining Room in advance for group dinners. Timberline's main restaurant serves brunch (7:30 AM–2:30 PM) and dinner (5:30–8:30 PM). For any group of meaningful size, reservations are strongly recommended — reach the dining room at (503) 272-3104.
- Coordinate group pickup with the lodge before arrival. The lodge's main number is (503) 272-3311. For large or multi-vehicle group arrivals — especially on holiday weekends — confirming the bus staging area and pickup logistics in advance saves scrambling at the base.
Frequently Asked Questions About Renting a Bus to Mt. Hood
Where exactly does a charter bus drop off at Timberline Lodge?
Timberline Lodge maintains a designated bus parking area separate from the day-use lots (Main Lot and Salmon River Lot) and the hotel guest lot near the main lodge, per the lodge's official parking page. The bus stages in this area while your group is on the mountain or in the lodge. Contact the lodge before your visit to confirm current bus staging procedures for your specific date, especially on high-demand weekends where logistics may shift.
Does a charter bus need chains on US-26 to reach Mt. Hood?
Yes, when Oregon's chain law is in effect on US-26. Oregon allows passenger vehicles under 10,000 lbs GVW to substitute traction tires for chains — but commercial buses are far above that threshold and require actual chains installed when chain-control signs are active. This is part of normal mountain-corridor operations for any commercial bus.
Regardless, check TripCheck's chain law page and current US-26 conditions before any winter departure — chain requirements on the mountain can change between departure and arrival.
Do I need a Sno-Park permit if my group is arriving by charter bus?
Yes — one permit per vehicle, displayed in the windshield, is required at designated Sno-Parks from November 1 through April 30. For a bus group, that's one permit for the bus rather than one per passenger: $4/day, $9/three consecutive days, or $25/annual. Permits are available at Timberline's ticket windows and Guest Services Desk, at sporting goods stores along US-26, and through the Oregon DMV for annual passes.
Buy it in Sandy or Gresham before the drive up — don't count on convenient availability at the summit on a peak morning.
How far is Gresham from Timberline Lodge?
About 46 miles via US-26 east from Gresham, then Timberline Road for the final six miles. Under normal conditions, roughly 60–70 minutes. On a winter ski weekend after significant snowfall, ODOT has documented backups stretching 20 miles from Welches to Government Camp — build in at least an extra hour and check TripCheck.com before departure.
Government Camp itself is about 40 miles from Gresham and 50–55 minutes under clear conditions.
What about Mt. Hood Meadows — can a bus go there too?
Yes. Mt. Hood Meadows (14040 Highway 35, Mt. Hood, OR 97041) is on OR-35 on the Hood River side of the mountain — a different approach from US-26. From Gresham, the standard route is US-26 east to Government Camp, then OR-35 north to the resort: roughly 60 miles and about 75–90 minutes under normal conditions.
A charter bus serves Meadows the same way it serves Timberline — gear in the undercarriage bays, one arrival, no Sno-Park scramble. Contact Mt. Hood Meadows directly through skihood.com for current parking and drop-off logistics before your visit.
What's the best bus size for a ski group with gear?
The 40–56 passenger charter bus is the most practical option for groups hauling ski gear — deep undercarriage bays handle ski bags, boot bags, and helmets for a full group, and the onboard restroom means a 46-mile US-26 run requires no pit stop. A minibus works well for groups of 20 or fewer who are traveling lighter. For a bachelorette ski weekend or a birthday group where the celebration is as much a part of the trip as the skiing, a party bus adds LED lighting and a sound system to both legs.
See the complete breakdown on the vehicle comparison page.
How much does it cost to rent a bus to Mt. Hood from Gresham?
Pricing depends on vehicle size, total reserved hours, the date, and pickup location. To give you an idea: a minibus runs $200–$275 per hour on weekends with per-day rates from $1,100–$2,150; a charter bus runs $200–$350 per hour on weekends with per-day rates from $1,350–$2,850. These are planning ranges — the real quote for your specific date, vehicle, and itinerary hours comes back in about a minute when you call 971-571-6720 or use the online form.
Can the bus wait at Timberline while your group skis all day?
Yes — the bus is reserved for a block of hours that includes the drive up, your time on the mountain, and the return trip. The bus stages in Timberline's designated bus parking area during the ski day. You set the post-ski pickup window in advance so the bus is right there when the group is ready to come down — no hunting for a vehicle in a crowded lot after a full day on the slopes.
How far in advance should you book a Mt. Hood bus?
For Presidents' Day weekend, New Year's Eve, and the Christmas-to-New-Year's holiday stretch, book as early as your date is confirmed — those weekends draw from the same metro-area vehicle supply and the right-size buses go first. For a regular ski weekend without a major holiday, two to four weeks of lead time is typically workable. For Skibowl's summer Adventure Park weekends, one to two weeks is usually fine.
The earlier the call, the better the options — reach out at 971-571-6720 any time to check availability.
Book Your Mt. Hood Party Bus or Charter Bus Rental Today
Whether it's a 40-person company ski day at Timberline Lodge, a bachelorette party taking on Skibowl's night runs and the Government Camp après scene, a corporate retreat booking Ullman Hall at 6,000 feet, or a New Year's Eve group watching the fireworks from the south slope of Mt. Hood — a Mt. Hood charter bus rental from Gresham handles the US-26 chain-law run, the Sno-Park permit, and the Timberline Road climb while your group focuses on the mountain. Greshampartybuscompany.com makes it easy to compare charter buses, minibuses, and party buses serving Gresham and the entire Mt. Hood corridor in about 30 seconds. Use the online form or call 971-571-6720 any time — no account needed, free quote, pricing in about a minute.
Also planning a Columbia River Gorge outing? The Multnomah Falls group transportation guide covers the western Gorge run — a natural pairing for groups spending a full weekend in the region east of Gresham.
