Get Away From It All At This Crystal Clear Lake In Oregon
By Catherine Armstrong|Published August 14, 2019
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Catherine Armstrong
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Writer, editor and researcher with a passion for exploring new places. Catherine loves local bookstores, independent films, and spending time with her family, including Gus the golden retriever, who is a very good boy.
Escape into Oregon’s wilderness to get away from all the stress and noise of your everyday life. You certainly have plenty of spots to choose from, but there’s one crystal-clear lake tucked away on the western slope of the Cascade Mountains that we just can’t get enough of.
You'll find Waldo Lake about 70 miles southeast of Eugene. Drive on Highway 58 for 60 miles, then turn off on Forest Road 5897. You'll reach the lake in eight miles.
To keep these crystal-clear waters clean, motorized boats are not allowed here. Boats with electric motors are allowed, but must stay at speeds below 10 mph.
You'll find three campgrounds here, but for a more secluded experience, hike in to one of the 50 primitive dispersed sites around the lake. In August and September, the campgrounds are full, and book out up to six months in advance.
A trip to Waldo Lake is the perfect way to relax and unwind. While you won't have the lake to yourself, it's large enough that you can find a little spot to get away from it all.
