Water Activities
There are abundant opportunities for swimming and motorized & non-motorized boating on the lakes and waterways in Deschutes National Forest. Places to waterski and windsurf also exist.
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Crane Prairie Campground
Site Open
This is a large campground with multiple camping loops on the east shore of the Crane Prairie Reservoir and offers outstanding fishing and wildlife viewing opportunities. Crane…
Crane Prairie Reservoir
This is one of central Oregon's premier wildlife viewing sites because it attracts so many nesting and/or migrating birds. The relatively shallow reservoir was originally dammed to store irrigation…
Crescent Lake
Crescent Lake is a popular recreation lake in a setting of wooded shorelines, sandy beaches and brilliant blue-green water. In addition to fishing for kokanee, lake trout, rainbow and brown trout,…
Crescent Lake Boat Launch
Site Closed
Visitors to this site can enjoy a picnic near the beach, with fire rings and a parking area.This site provides access to Crescent Lake for fishing a variety of fish species, including large lake…
Crescent Lake Campground
Site Closed
The campground is located on a small hill overlooking the Crescent Lake. Yurts are available year around at this campground. Crescent Lake Resort is just across the dam from the campground and…
Cultus Lake
Cultus Lake is a popular lake in a beautiful setting and is wellknown for producing trophy size lake trout (mackinaw). Many lake trout in the 10 lb. range are taken each season. A 17.5 lb. lake trout…
Cultus Lake Boating Site
Cultus Lake is a natural glacier-formed lake.  This is a recreational lake and is popular for water skiing, sailing, jet skiing, and boating.There is a large paved parking area with a dock and two…
Cultus Lake Campground
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Cultus Lake is one of the most popular of the high Cascade Lakes because it is one of the few that allows high speed motorized water craft. This campground offers opportunities for waterskiing,…
Cultus Lake Day Use Area
This is a popular destination for swimming and picnicking near the crystal clear water of Cultus Lake.There is no trail access from this day use area.There are toilets and picnic tables and a…
Davis Lake
This is one of the most productive wildlife areas in central Oregon. Add a superb view of Cascade peaks at no charge and you have a truly special place to visit. The lake's water level may fluctuate…