Bend to Mt Hood EV Road Trip
Prepare for an EV trip on Bend to Mt Hood — approximately 103 miles via US-26. This guide introduces seasonal conditions and range estimates. Continue to the planner to check weather for your date, compare departures and plan charging stops.
Quick answer
- Distance: 103 mi (165 km)
- Elevation gain: 3,609 ft
- Highways: US-26
- Chargers to know: Government Camp Supercharger, Madras Supercharger
- In winter: chain control, heavy snow, whiteout
- In summer: wildfire smoke, afternoon thunderstorms
Estimated range & charging stops by EV
Compare estimates for the available vehicles in mild, cold and arctic scenarios. These examples illustrate the effect of cold; they are not today's forecast or a measurement of your battery's range.
| EV Model | Mild (70°F / 21°C) | Cold (20°F / -7°C) | Arctic (-10°F / -23°C) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y Long Range | 266 mi · no stops | 195 mi · no stops | 144 mi · no stops |
| Tesla Model 3 Long Range | 286 mi · no stops | 208 mi · no stops | 154 mi · no stops |
| Ford F-150 Lightning ER | 275 mi · no stops | 206 mi · no stops | 155 mi · no stops |
| Rivian R1T Large Pack | 282 mi · no stops | 211 mi · no stops | 159 mi · no stops |
| Hyundai IONIQ 5 LR AWD | 228 mi · no stops | 169 mi · no stops | 126 mi · no stops |
| Chevy Bolt EUV | 212 mi · no stops | 147 mi · no stops | 107 mi · no stops |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E ER AWD | 249 mi · no stops | 185 mi · no stops | 138 mi · no stops |
| Kia EV6 Long Range | 266 mi · no stops | 195 mi · no stops | 145 mi · no stops |
Notable chargers on this route
Government Camp Supercharger, Madras Supercharger are charging locations to consider along US-26. Confirm vehicle compatibility, access hours and current availability with the operator before relying on a stop.
Winter hazards on Bend to Mt Hood
Winter on this corridor includes chain control, heavy snow, whiteout. Compare forecasts around your planned departure, then save the trip to follow changes in Live Mode. A higher score indicates lower forecast risk.
Summer conditions
In summer, plan for wildfire smoke, afternoon thunderstorms. Heat and air conditioning also cut range, so keep a buffer between chargers.
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