The climbers are reportedly well equipped but packed light for a quick trip.
(MT. HOOD) - Rescuers are searching Mount Hood today for three missing climbers.
One of the men is in a snow cave, while the other two mens whereabouts are unknown.
The men left the Cooper Spur ski resort to climb up the north side of the mountain and then down the south side to Timberline Lodge.
Authorities say the Hood River County 911 dispatch center received a call around 10 AM on Sunday after the three climbers failed to arrive at the Timberline Lodge on Saturday night.
A note was found in the climbers' vehicle parked at the Tilly Jane ski trailhead.
The note, according to authorities, said they would return on the north side of the Copper Spur area in case of an emergency or dangerous weather conditions
The three men are experienced climbers authorities said.
They are from out of state and have never climbed Mt. Hood.
An Oregon Air National Guard rescue helicopter and crew are reportedly standing by should weather conditions improve.
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