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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers - Oregon Projects
Applegate Lake
Nestled in the beautiful Applegate River Valley on the California-Oregon border near historic Jacksonville, OR. From Medford, 23 miles SW on Oregon 238 and County Rd.
Blue River Lake
In the Willamette National Forest in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains. From Springfield, 38 miles E on OR 126.
Bonneville Lock and Dam (Lake Bonneville) -- Oregon or Washington
Rugged rock walls of the Columbia River Gorge rise to 2,000 feet above the lake. Visitors can experience first-hand the operation of two of the Nation's largest hydroelectric powerhouses and watch migrating fish traveling upstream at the underwater viewing rooms next to the fish ladders. From Portland, OR, 40 miles E on I-84. From Vancouver, WA, 40 miles E on WA 14.
Cottage Grove Lake
In the gently rolling hills of the Wiliamette Valley. From Cottage Grove, 5 miles S on I-5 and London Road.
Cougar Lake
A steep shoreline surrounds this scenic lake in the Willamette National Forest. From Eugene, 42 miles E on OR 126.
The Dalles Lock and Dam (Lake Celilo)
Ancient Indian fishing, hunting and camping grounds are within the project area. During the summer season a train provides transportation for tourists around this large navigation and hydropower project on the Columbia. From The Dalles, 2 miles E on I-84.
Detroit Lake
On the edge of the Cascade Mountains. Take a guided tour of the powerhouse. From Salem, 45 miles E on OR 22.
Dexter Lake
A small lake a few miles downstream from Lookout Point Lake. Willamette National Forest is not far away. From Eugene, 22 mi SE on OR58.
Dorena Lake
In the foothills of the Cascade Mountains.
From Cottage Grove, 6 miles E on Row River Road.
Fall Creek Lake
This attractive lake features extensive day-use facilities. From Eugene, 25 miles SE on OR 58 and Lowell-Jasper Rd.
Fern Ridge Lake
State and county recreation areas supplement Corps facilities at this large lake in the Willamette Valley. From Eugene, 12 miles W on OR 126.
Foster Lake
A scenic mountain lake with good steelhead and trout fishing. Guided tour to powerhouse. From Sweet Home, 4 miles NE on OR 20.
Green Peter Lake
Nearby Green Peter Mountain was named by a pioneer with a vivid imagination, but the name stuck. The Quartzville section of the project is an historic gold mining area and a favorite with rockhounds. From Sweet Home, 10 miles NE on OR 20 and the Quartzville Road.
Hills Creek Lake
A scenic lake in a narrow canyon of the Willamette National Forest. From Eugene, 45 miles SE on OR 58.
John Day Lock and Dam (Lake Umatilla)
Offers excellent walleye fishing as well as chance to watch migrating fish and tour a working lock and powerhouse on the Columbia. From The Dalles, 25 miles E on I-84.
Lookout Point Lake
Popular for catching cutthroat and rainbow trout. Self-guided tour of powerhouse. From Eugene, 22 miles SE on OR 58.
Lost Creek Lake
In the scenic Rogue River Valley, offering diversity of recreation opportunities en route to Crater Lake National Park. From Medford, 30 miles NE on OR 62.
McNary Lock and Dam (Lake Wallula)
View migrating fish and tour powerhouse and navigation lock on the Columbia River. Sacajawea State Park is on one of the campsites of Lewis and Clark. Visit the Whitman Mission National Monument and Historic Site nearby. From Umatilla, 2 miles E on OR 730.
Willamette Falls Locks
Day use facilities only. Received 47946 visitors last year.
Willow Creek Lake
This new project on the outskirts of Heppner is of special interest to engineers and builders. The dam features roller compacted concrete construction; recreation facilities are available 2 miles SE of Heppner on county road.
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