Clear Lake is the headwaters of the McKenzie River. It has amazingly clear water and, in mid-October, the vine maples and shrubs along the lake shore provide great fall colors. We will hike the Clear Lake Loop Trail around the lake.
Distance: 5.3 mile loop around the lake. Plan on spending 5-6 hours, including drive time to/from the trailhead.
Elevation Gain: 400 feet.
Difficulty Level: Moderately Easy
What to Bring: Summer ten essentials, water, snack/lunch, and proper footwear (no sandals or tennis shoes). Dogs are not allowed on this hike.
Number of Hikers: 12
Carpooling: Carpooling can be arranged at the meeting place. It is a little over an hour drive to the trailhead. If you ride with someone, please donate to their gas fund.
Meeting Time/Place: 8:30 am. Meet at the parking lot between Petsmart and Ashley Furniture in Cascade Center. Petsmart is located at 63455 N. Hwy 97, Bend, 97701, right off of NW Robal Ln and across from the new Costco. Trip leader will be driving a brown Ford truck.
We can meet hikers coming from Redmond or Sisters at the Village Green Park in Sisters at 9:00, if requested. At the parking area in front of the bathrooms. Please let John Stephenson know if you will be meeting the group there.
Contact: John Stephenson (541) 968-3091
