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Oregon Swimming Holes

Washougal River Milepost 3

Washougal River Milepost 3 – Natural Swimming Hole near Portland & Vancouver

2025-09-02

• Washougal River Milepost 3 Swimming Hole offers clear water and a pebbly beach WashougalContinue Reading

Sandy Swimming Hole - Washougal River

Sandy Swimming Hole – Family-Friendly Swim Spot near Portland & Vancouver

2025-09-01

• Sandy Swimming Hole offers easy access to swimming spot on the Washougal River SandyContinue Reading

Big Eddy - Washougal River

Big Eddy Swimming Hole – A Natural Spot near Portland & Vancouver

2025-08-31

• Big Eddy Swimming Hole on the Washougal River is a quiet spot near PortlandContinue Reading

Big Eddy - Washougal River

Washougal River Swimming Holes and Other Water Activities

2025-08-31

The Washougal River flows from the Cascade Mountains down to the Columbia River, cutting throughContinue Reading

Marys River Park, Oregon - Mary's River Swimming Area

Marys River Park – Trails, Beach, and Family Fun in Philomath

2025-08-09

Marys River Park in Philomath, 7 miles west of Corvallis, is a peaceful 28-acre openContinue Reading

Daphne Grove Campground Oregon: The picture "Daphne Grove Campground Oregon river and forest" displays a tranquil river bordered by dense green forest and tall hills, with a couple standing together on a grassy bank in the distance.

Daphne Grove Campground – Shady River Camping among Old-Growth Myrtlewood

2025-07-24

• Daphne Grove Campground offers peaceful camping along the South Fork Coquille RiverContinue Reading

Myrtle Grove Campground Oregon: The picture "Myrtle Grove Campground Oregon picnic area" shows a rustic wooden picnic table and benches next to a metal fire ring, set in a shaded forest clearing with tall trees and dappled sunlight. Myrtle Grove Campsite

Myrtle Grove Campground – A Shaded Riverside Escape in the Myrtlewood Forest

2025-07-23

• Myrtle Grove Campground is nestled in myrtlewood forest along the South Fork Coquille RiverContinue Reading

Todd Lake Oregon: A dog swims in the blue waters of the lake, bordered by lush green forest and backed by snow-dusted mountain peaks under a sunny sky.

Todd Lake: The Highest Elevation Cascade Lake

2025-06-04

• Todd Lake, the highest in elevation, is the first lake on the Cascade LakesContinue Reading

Little Lava Lake Oregon: A dog swims toward a person in the clear blue water of the lake, surrounded by forested shoreline and distant snow-capped mountains.

Little Lava Lake: Small and Secluded Volcanic Lake

2025-05-26

• Little Lava Lake is one of the smallest and quietest Cascade Mountain LakesContinue Reading

Lava Lake Oregon: A wooden dock extends over the water, passing through tall grass, with boats and canoes moored at the side and a sign listing dock rules; snow-capped mountains and pine trees are visible in the background under a blue sky with scattered clouds.

Lava Lake: Volcanic Lake Full of Adventures

2025-05-26

• Lava Lake is popular among anglers, campers, hikers, swimmers, boaters, and paddleboardersContinue Reading

Walton Lake Oregon - Lakeside Path: A paved path runs alongside Walton Lake, bordered by rocks and greenery, with tall pine trees and a partly cloudy sky in the background.

Walton Lake – A Natural Mountain Lake near Prineville

2025-04-02

• Walton Lake is a small high-elevation lake in Ochoco National ForestContinue Reading

Cottage Groove Lake - Shortbridge Park

Cottage Grove Lake – Artificial Reservoir Full Of Adventures!

2025-03-23

• Cottage Grove Lake is an artificial reservoir formed by the construction of Cottage GroveContinue Reading

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Stinkingwater Petrified Wood – Clear Creek Rockhounding in Eastern Oregon: The picture "Stinkingwater Petrified Wood – Clear Creek hand holding petrified wood" features a close-up of a person's hand holding a piece of brown and tan petrified wood, with a blurred sandy background.

Stinkingwater Petrified Wood – Clear Creek Rockhounding in Eastern Oregon

Muriel O. Ponsler Memorial State Scenic Viewpoint in Oregon: The picture "Muriel O. Ponsler Memorial State Scenic Viewpoint creek, pebbles, and driftwood" shows a shallow, clear creek flowing over smooth pebbles with weathered driftwood scattered along the banks and a sandy bluff in the background, beneath a sunny sky.

Muriel O. Ponsler Memorial State Scenic Viewpoint – Beach Access on the Oregon Coast

Nesika Beach in Oregon: The picture "Nesika Beach sandy shoreline and driftwood" shows a wide sandy beach with scattered driftwood, some grassy dunes in the foreground, gentle ocean waves, and a distant mountain under a clear blue sky.

Nesika Beach – Surfperch Fishing, Beach Walks, and Open Sand

Myers Creek Beach in Oregon: The picture "Myers Creek Beach driftwood and wildflowers" features a sweeping view of the sandy beach lined with scattered driftwood, rocky sea stacks in the surf, and bright pink wildflowers blooming in the foreground beside coastal vegetation.

Myers Creek Beach – Cave Rock, Sea Stacks, and Tidepools

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