Cooper Creek Reservoir, body of water
Cooper Creek Reservoir is a large body of water nestled in Oregon's landscape, surrounded by dense forests and open spaces. The water stretches smoothly, with grassy shorelines and two main visitor access areas, the West Day Use area on Edgewater Drive and the East Day Use area on Cooper Creek Road.
The reservoir was built many years ago to store water for local farms and towns, playing an important role in the area's development. Over time, it transformed from a water storage system into a popular gathering place for community activities and recreation.
The reservoir is part of local life, where families and neighbors gather to enjoy nature and spend time outdoors. This habit reflects the simple pleasures of rural Oregon and shows itself especially in summer through picnics and fishing.
Bring comfortable walking shoes and pack water and snacks for the day, since access to shops is limited. The paths around the water are flat and easy to walk, with free parking close to both access areas that have picnic tables and facilities.
A complete trail around the water of about 4 miles was created by many volunteers who wanted to show how outdoor activities support health and happiness. This well-built loop was finished in mid-2022 and offers continuous views of water and forest.
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