Waldo Lake Wilderness, Protected wilderness area in central Oregon, United States
The Waldo Lake Wilderness encompasses 37,162 acres of forested terrain with elevations ranging from 2,800 to 7,144 feet in the Cascade Range.
The United States Congress designated this area as protected wilderness in 1984, incorporating it into the National Wilderness Preservation System.
Native American tribes utilized the land around Waldo Lake for generations, establishing seasonal settlements and gathering resources from the forest.
The wilderness contains 84 miles of marked trails leading to multiple lakes, with summer months offering the most favorable conditions for hiking.
Waldo Lake reaches depths of 420 feet and maintains such clear water that objects remain visible up to 100 feet below the surface.
Location: Oregon
GPS coordinates: 43.79800,-122.07400
Latest update: March 8, 2025 13:03
Oregon features natural hot springs, waterfalls, and volcanic landscapes. The state contains geological formations, historic lighthouses, and coastal sections. The region presents desert areas, lakes, mountains, and canyons with various hiking trails.
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Cougar Hot Springs
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Broken Top
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Salt Creek Falls
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Diamond Peak
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Wickiup Reservoir
32.5 km
Proxy Falls
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Cougar Reservoir
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Tumalo Mountain
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La Pine State Park
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Blue River Reservoir
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Diamond Peak Wilderness
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Mt. Bachelor
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Hills Creek Reservoir
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Maiden Peak
21 km
North and South Twin Lakes
26.4 km
Office Bridge
34.2 km
Davis Lake volcanic field
33.9 km
Belknap Bridge
43 km
French Pete Trail
29.1 km
Elk Lake Guard Station
29.7 km
Collier Glacier
47 km
Crook Glacier
43.4 km
Bend Glacier
44.2 km
Waldo Mountain Fire Lookout
4.2 km
Odell Butte
40.1 km
Bachelor Ski Lift (historical)
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