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Central Oregon (Page 4)

Hole-In-The-Ground

Hole-In-The-Ground Crater in Central Oregon – Volcanic Maar Formation

2020-11-26

Hole-In-The-Ground is a crater created by a volcanic steam explosion, also known as a maar.Continue Reading

Crack in the Ground, Oregon

Crack in the Ground Hike: A Journey Through the Depths

2020-10-26

• Crack in the Ground is a unique geological fissure near Christmas Valley • YouContinue Reading

South Twin Lake - Cascade Lakes Highway

South Twin Lake – Swimming & Fishing | Cascade Lakes Highway

2020-08-14

• South Twin Lake is a shallow crater lake known as a maar lake •Continue Reading

Cline Falls - Deschutes River

Cline Falls State – Scenic Viewpoint, Waterfall, and Outdoor Adventures

2020-08-14

• Cline Falls Viewpoint – a landmark of history, adventure, and natural beautyContinue Reading

North Twin Lake Oregon

North Twin Lake – Swimming & Fishing | Cascade Lakes Highway

2020-08-08

• North Twin Lake is a high-elevation lake with unique geological formations • The lakeContinue Reading

East Davis East Lake Campground

Davis Lake: Explore Scenic High-Altitude Lake

2020-07-30

• Davis Lake was created by lava flows that formed a natural dam and blockedContinue Reading

Cultus Lake - Oregon

Cultus Lake | Cascade Lakes Highway

2020-07-28

• Cultus Lake formed by melted glacier water that originated in the high Cascades •Continue Reading

Steelhead Falls - Deschutes River

Best Swimming Holes near Bend – Central Oregon

2020-07-26

The Central Oregon region is a transition from the high desert on the east toContinue Reading

Wickiup Reservoir, Bend - Oregon

Wickiup Reservoir | Cascade Lakes Highway

2020-07-26

• Wickiup Reservoir is the second largest reservoir in Oregon • The reservoir is aContinue Reading

Sparks Lake Oregon

Sparks Lake – Hiking, Fishing, and Scenic Views

2020-07-24

• Sparks Lake is a natural lake backed by volcanic rock and snow-capped peaks •Continue Reading

Crane Prairie Reservoir

Crane Prairie Reservoir | Cascade Lakes

2020-07-24

• Crane Prairie Reservoir is a relatively shallow lake with the beautiful scenery • TheContinue Reading

Elk Lake - Little Fawn Campground

Elk Lake: A Top Spot for Adventure in the Cascades

2020-07-18

• Elk Lake is a high-elevation lake along the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway • Sand-and-pebbleContinue Reading

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