Lakes and Resorts in Southern Oregon

The centerpiece of Crater Lake National Park is the six mile wide Crater Lake, which lies in the collapsed caldera of a volcano inside Mount Mazama. The lake was formed when the mountain collapsed from an eruption approximately 7,700 years ago. Crater Lake is the deepest lake in the United States and varies between the 7^th and 9^th deepest in the world, depending on whether average or maximum depth is measured. Crater Lake is filled solely from snow melt; there are no connecting rivers or streams giving the lake its famous clear blue waters.

Perched on the rim of Crater Lake sits the historic Crater Lake Lodge, visitor’s center, and the Rim Village Café & Gift Shop.

Directions: From I-5 take exit 30 onto OR-62 E/Crater Lake HWY. Follow for 62 miles.

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Considered by fishermen and Fish and Game authorities alike to be among the finest rainbow trout fisheries in the Northwest. The lake is stocked annually with approximately 400,000 fingerlings. Adult fish typically range from 12 to 20 inches in length and weigh from 1.5 to 3 pounds. Howard Prairie is also home to quite a few smallmouth and largemouth bass.

Large picnic area, campsites with limited or full hookups, a store and restaurant, laundry facilities, and a full-service boat marina. The full-service marina covers all of your fishing needs including tackle, bait, and fuel. The resort sells fishing licenses for daily/seasonal, resident and non-resident anglers. Rent one of the boats or bring your own and moor it at the dock or on a buoy.

Brown Bullhead, Largemouth Bass, Pumpkinseed, Rainbow Trout, Smallmouth Bass

Fees, Ramps, Fuel, Water Skiing, Camping RV/tent

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Located on Hwy 140, at approx. 4,600 feet elevation in the Southern Oregon Cascades. This beautiful setting is in pristine old growth forest at the foot of Mt. McLoughlin (9,495 ft).

Marina Grill and Cabins open during Summer and Winter. Waterskiing, Fishing, Fly Fishing, Sailing, Hiking, Boating, Scuba Diving, Camping, Canoeing, Paddle Boats, Snowmobiling, Cross Country Skiing, Ice Fishing, Summer Lodge Dining, and Championship Golf Courses Nearby.

Black Crappie, Brown Bullhead, Brown Trout, Kokanee, Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout, Yellow Perch

Three Ramps, Fuel, Moorage, Water Skiing, Camping RV/tent

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Situated high in the Cascade Mountains at just over 4000 feet elevation. Just 30 miles north of Crater Lake National Park and all in the beautiful Umpqua National Forest in Southwestern Oregon.

Here are a large variety of recreation options throughout the year. During the summer months, you can enjoy miles of hiking trails, fishing, boating, swimming, and camping. Water skiing, and personal water crafts (PWC’s) are allowed on the lake, with a speed limit of 40 mph. During the winter season, enjoy the 540-mile snowmobile loop that runs through the property as well as cross-country skiing.

Brook Trout, Brown Trout, Kokanee, Rainbow Trout

Fees, Three Ramps, No Fuel, Moorage, Water Skiing, Store

At almost 30 miles long and up to eight miles wide and depths of up to 60 feet in some places, Upper Klamath Lake in Oregon is the largest freshwater body west of the Rocky Mountains. The Upper Klamath is easily one of the most beautiful and popular of all Oregon lakes. Anglers won’t want to miss the amazing Oregon fishing at Pelican Bay, which is home to some of the largest trout on the continent.

Canoeing and kayaking enthusiasts can follow trails that roam throughout the marshes and waterways of Pelican Bay.

Oregon flora & fauna observation opportunities are outstanding here: waterfowl, otter, mink, deer and bald eagles. Among the more interesting flora is a strain of highly nutritious bluish green algae that is harvested by local companies and processed for sale as a food supplement.

Brown Bullhead, Rainbow Trout, Reband Trout, Yellow Perch

No Fees, Six Ramps, Fuel, Moorage, Water Skiing, Store, Camping RV/tent

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Lake Selmac Resort in Selma offers boating, fishing, swimming, camping facilities, and horseback riding. Lake Selmac is located about 1/2 hour west of Grants Pass, Oregon. The park has a general store with food and fishing supplies, there is also a boathouse and dock with fishing boats with electric motors, row boats and pedal boats for rent. Kerby Peak Trail and the 160 acre Lake Selmac provide the outdoor enthusiasts with opportunities for hiking, fishing, boating, sailing and swimming.

Black Crappie, Bluegill, Brown Bullhead, Largemouth Bass

No Fees, Two Ramps, Fuel, Moorage, Store, Camping RV/tent

10 MPH speed limit for motor boats.

Willow Lake, elevation 3200 ft., sits at the base of Mt. McLoughlin with 927 acres of recreational activities including, swimming, fishing, camping, boating, and trails for hiking. Willow lake is the perfect place to retreat and enjoy.

Each of the four cabins at Willow Lake offer two bedrooms with a closet, comfortable bathroom with shower, and a spacious dining/living area with direct access to the kitchen.

If cabins aren’t your thing, Willow Lake has 29 tent sites and 37 RV hookup sites. All sites come complete with barbecue pits and picnic tables. If a larger space is required, be sure to utilize the Group Campground Reservation Area with its 11 available sites, perfect for family reunions and larger social gatherings.

Black Crappie, Largemouth Bass, Rainbow Trout

Ramp, Camping RV/tent

10 mph speed limit for motorboats on south portion of lake, as marked; Slow-no wake, maximum 5 mph for motorboats within Southwest Cove designated moorage area