Willamette National Forest - Clear Lake Area - US Forest Service
Clear Lake is about 142 acres in size and lies at an elevation of 3,012 feet, with a maximum depth of 175 feet. It is one of the clearest and coldest lakes in the Cascades. It lies just off Highway 126 about 21 miles east of McKenzie Bridge.
A Trip to Clear Lake - Travel Oregon
Mar 21, 2019 · Today, the pristine lake is home to a remarkably preserved ancient forest beneath its sparkling turquoise waters. It’s a premier spot for playing on the water — fishing, canoeing, kayaking and stand-up paddling. It’s also known for its hiking and biking on the world-renowned McKenzie River Trail.
Clear Lake Resort in the Willamette National Forest - Linn County …
Whether you’re looking for a quiet place to fish, amazing views, or a place to bring the kids for an adventure, you’ll find it at Clear Lake Resort. Visitors can enjoy a hike, run, or bike around the Clear Lake Loop Trail or connect to the 26 mile McKenzie River Trail.
Your Guide to Exploring Clear Lake, Oregon
Oct 20, 2020 · Clear Lake is a sparkling jewel in the Willamette National Forest or Oregon. This beautiful body of water was formed from a volcanic eruption around 3000 years ago. The lava flow from the eruption dammed the lake and remains on a stretch of the shoreline today.
Clear Lake - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024) - Tripadvisor
Whether you want to stop and have a picnic lunch here or spend the day kayaking around the lake, Clear Lake is the perfect place to go! Stunning water, watercraft available for rent, picnic tables (shaded), plenty of parking and clean bathrooms make Clear Lake a great stop!
Clear Lake - Oregon Wild
Clear Lake was created when lava flows from the High Cascades dammed the McKenzie River, approximately 3,000 years ago. The lake’s cold, clear water allows you to see the perfectly preserved tree snags under its 100-foot-deep waters.
Clear Lake (Linn County, Oregon) - Wikipedia
Clear Lake is a mountain lake 86 mi (138 km) northeast of Eugene, Oregon, United States in Linn County. It has two main bodies connected by a bottleneck. The lake is primarily fed by snow runoff from nearby Mount Washington and the surrounding areas. The runoff filters through caverns for more than 20 years before emptying into Clear Lake.
Clear Lake - Travel Oregon
Dec 5, 2024 · Clear Lake, the source of the famous McKenzie River, was formed more than 3,000 years ago when volcanic lava flow blocked a stream bed. The spring-fed lake is exceptionally clear, with visibility to the bottom more than 100 feet down in some spots – with the ghostly trunks of cold-preserved trees rising from the bottom.
Willamette National Forest - Clear Lake Day Use Area - US Forest Service
Clear Lake Resort offers cabin rentals, boat rentals, restaurant, grocery items, snacks, fishing tackle. Linn County Parks & Recreation manages the Clear Lake Resort. 3010 Ferry St. SW Albany, OR 97322 : Area Amenities: Picnic tables; Toilets: Vault/flush; Drinking water: Piped; Fees: No Fee : Open Season: May: Usage: Medium: Restrictions: Non ...
Clear Lake in Oregon: A Visitor's Guide - traversethepnw.com
Nestled in the heart of the Willamette National Forest, Clear Lake offers a wide range of recreational activities, including fishing, camping, hiking, and boating. The lake is in central Oregon, just northwest of Sisters and east of both Salem and Eugene.