Firefighters extinguish a fire at Oregon's historic Timberline Lodge, which was featured in Stanley Kubrick's 1980 film "The Shining," Thursday evening, April 18, 2024, in Government Camp, Ore.
Oregon's renowned Timberline Lodge, famously depicted in Stanley Kubrick’s classic film “The Shining,” is set to reopen its doors to guests following a recent fire incident. The lodge announced on Saturday, via a Facebook post, its plans to resume operations on Sunday, assuring visitors of support during ongoing repair works and measures to ensure water quality. Efforts for historic preservation are also underway.
Despite facing challenges, the lodge expressed gratitude for the outstanding efforts of first responders and Timberline staff during the adversity, emphasizing their dedication as instrumental in the successful recovery from the incident.
The fire, reportedly ignited by embers from the lodge's large stone fireplace, occurred Thursday night. Prompt evacuation of guests and staff ensued as firefighters swiftly contained the flames, resulting in no reported injuries. The damage incurred, attributed to both fire and water used for extinguishing, is described as "benign" and confined to specific areas of the lodge.
While restoration efforts progress, Timberline Lodge's ski area resumed operations on Saturday, offering guests an opportunity to enjoy its scenic surroundings and recreational activities.
Constructed in 1937 under the Works Progress Administration during the Great Depression, Timberline Lodge stands majestically atop Mount Hood, approximately 60 miles east of Portland. Its picturesque location and historic significance have made it a cultural icon, further cemented by its role as the exterior setting for the Overlook Hotel in Kubrick's psychological horror masterpiece “The Shining,” adapted from Stephen King's novel of the same title.
