Clear Lake Tours and Activities

Certain portions of the path leave little doubt about the lake's origin.
Certain portions of the path leave little doubt about the lake's origin.
A picnic shelter back at the trailhead.
Clear lake was created 3,000 years ago by a lava flow, in the same way most of the topographical formations in the area were formed. The water is so clear that when the surface is still you can reportedly see the remains of a "ghost forest" at the bottom. It is an extremely popular destination for scuba divers, and when you take a look at the sheer clarity of the water, you can see why.
Three-fingered Jack and the Three Sisters as seen from the northwest corner of Clear Lake. Note: this posting originally stated the location as the southeast corner of the lake (as if lakes have corners, right?), but it was essentially backwards. Though my dad was a navigator for the air force in his younger days, I apparently never inherited the gene.

Popular places to visit

Lost Lake in Oregon.

Hoodoo Ski Area

Hit the slopes in Blue River with a visit to Hoodoo Ski Area. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out its hiking trails.

Hoodoo Ski Area
A wonderful view of Mount Washington from this extraordinary lake.

Suttle Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Suttle Lake during your travels in Camp Sherman. You can seek out the cycling trails in this relaxing area.

Suttle Lake
Big meadow golf course and three fingered Jack mountain, near Sisters Oregon

Big Meadow Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Black Butte Ranch at Big Meadow Golf Course. Take in the entertainment choices while you're in the area.

Big Meadow Golf Course
The three sisters and Mt washington mountains and lake Phalarope at sunmset at Black Butte Ranch in a panorarama imasge near Sisters, Oregon

Phalarope Lake

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Phalarope Lake during your travels in Black Butte Ranch. Take in the entertainment choices while you're in the area.

Phalarope Lake

Sahalie Falls

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sahalie Falls during your travels in Blue River. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the hiking trails.

Sahalie Falls

Koosah Falls

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Koosah Falls during your travels in Blue River. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the hiking trails.

Koosah Falls

Top Clear Lake Hotel & Accommodation Deals

The North Bank Cabin,100ft private McKenzie Riverfront, Grill, 20min to Falls

The North Bank Cabin,100ft private McKenzie Riverfront, Grill, 20min to Falls

McKenzie Bridge OR
The North Bank Cabin,100ft private McKenzie Riverfront, Grill, 20min to Falls
Mckenzie River Cabin at The Log Cabin Inn

Mckenzie River Cabin at The Log Cabin Inn

McKenzie Bridge OR
Mckenzie River Cabin at The Log Cabin Inn
McKenzie Riverfront Cabin big screened-in porch, 1/2mi to Mckenzie River Trail

McKenzie Riverfront Cabin big screened-in porch, 1/2mi to Mckenzie River Trail

McKenzie Bridge OR
McKenzie Riverfront Cabin big screened-in porch, 1/2mi to Mckenzie River Trail
On the River Wooded Bliss Cabin near Loloma Lodge

On the River Wooded Bliss Cabin near Loloma Lodge

McKenzie Bridge OR
On the River Wooded Bliss Cabin near Loloma Lodge
Log Cabin Inn - Cabin 12 on the Mckenzie River - minutes from Tokatee and Loloma

Log Cabin Inn - Cabin 12 on the Mckenzie River - minutes from Tokatee and Loloma

McKenzie Bridge OR
Log Cabin Inn - Cabin 12 on the Mckenzie River - minutes from Tokatee and Loloma
Whiskey Rock Cabin

Whiskey Rock Cabin

2 out of 5
McKenzie Bridge OR
Whiskey Rock Cabin
Private enchanting cabin on the river

Private enchanting cabin on the river

2 out of 5
McKenzie Bridge OR
Private enchanting cabin on the river
Stay and play at Kramer's Korner Private Suite and use our 2025 Booking Special!

Stay and play at Kramer's Korner Private Suite and use our 2025 Booking Special!

Black Butte Ranch OR
Stay and play at Kramer's Korner Private Suite and use our 2025 Booking Special!
Premier Black Butte Golf Course Home w/ hot tub and sauna

Premier Black Butte Golf Course Home w/ hot tub and sauna

Black Butte Ranch OR
Premier Black Butte Golf Course Home w/ hot tub and sauna
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