Despite of the unfavorable weather (Sunday would be sunny, when you would be able to see Mt Hood), a lot of people were here: on snowshoes, on cross country skis, or just their hiking boots. The road and main trail is packed down enough, that regular hiking boots are sufficient. We were slow going (multiple stops), got to the parking lot at almost noon, and it was completely full. So we parked at Snow Bunny across Hwy-26. 
Half of my group walked through forest, making use of our snowshoes. Untouched snow, frozen creeks, much prettier. 
My half arrived at the lake sooner, had lunch and fed the birds at a dock next to a campground. By the time the other half (walking along Trillium Lake Road) arrived, I was getting a bit cold, so I walked west across the lake and back. That wasn't enough for two of them to cook their coffee and hot chocolate. So I walked across the lake again to a different spot, found the other camping area with picnic table and a closed toilet building. We stopped at Wraptitude close to Mt Hood Village for some wraps. It was suggested by a couple we met on the trail. The restaurant is decorated with skis and surf boards, and many stickers. Food is quick, but took forever to pay.
