Exploring Portland...Lakes

Fairview Lake - Lakeshore Park is a 2.5 acre park located on Fairview Lake. Completed in June 2003, the park has walking trails, a canoe dock, a wildflower meadow and a large gathering area.

Timothy Lake - Here you can enjoy camping, hiking, fishing, picnicking, canoeing, windsurfing and a spectacular view of Mt. Hood.
Around the 1,500-acre lake, four campgrounds provide more than 200 campsites, and there are several picnic areas along the shore.

Lake Harriet - A great little spot for fishing and camping. This 22-acre reservoir, which stores water for PGE's Oak Grove Hydroelectric Project, is stocked with trout. A small, 10-site campground is located at the head of the lake.

Promontory Lake - If you want to teach your children to fish, Promontory Park is the place to come. Small Fry Lake, a one-acre lake within the park, was developed for the exclusive use of young anglers. Kids up to 14 years old can fish for their limit of three fish per day on Small Fry Lake.
Anglers of all ages can fish on the 350-acre North Fork Reservoir. In addition to fishing, Promontory Park has 50 campsites, 11 yomes, restrooms, showers, picnic areas and a concession store.

Faraday Lake - a favorite fishing spot
What could be more relaxing than lazing at the water's edge with a fishing pole in your hand? That's what you'll enjoy at Faraday Lake, a 26-acre reservoir that is stocked to provide year-round fishing. Only bank fishing is allowed here - no boats, rafts, inner tubes or any other flotation devices.

Clear Lake - Located on the south side of Mt. Hood, Clear Lake offers fishing, hiking, bicycling, boating, swimming, and bird watching.

Frog Lake - A nice quiet lake on the south side of Mt. Hood that offers boating (no motors), fishing, bicycling hiking, and backpacking. If you come in early September, you will find hundreds of tiny black frogs along the banks.

Hagg Lake - Henry Hagg Lake and Scoggins Valley Park has been described as a "hidden gem in the western foothills of Washington County." Located outside of Hillsboro, the park offers boating, fishing, swimming, hiking and picnicking.

Blue Lake - located east of Portland, Blue Lake Park is a 64-acre natural lake fed by underground springs, Blue Lake provides opportunities for boating, fishing and swimming, and makes a beautiful backdrop for hundreds of family picnics, community events and special programs throughout the year.

Smith and Bybee Lakes - Located in the heart of North Portland's industrial district, Smith and Bee Lakes don't exactly offer the quintessential wilderness experience. What they do provide, however, is a close to home place to launch the canoe and paddle around in relative solitude. Over 1,000 acres to explore with plenty of sheltered channels and a surprising range of habitats.

Hideaway, Shellrock and Rock Lakes - Fish for trout, hike the trails or take a dip in one of these secluded lakes Hidden among douglas fir trees, these lakes are accessible by 4-wheel drive vehicles.

Olallie Lakes National Scenic Area - This scenic area on the crest of the Cascade Range includes some 30 lakes, all designated nonmotorboat lakes. The largest lake would be Olallie Lake which is extremely popular with camping, hiking, fishing and boating. Olallie Lake resort offers yurt and cabin rentals, paddleboat and canoe rentals as well as a general store. Swimming is not recommended at Olallit Lake, but there are several lakes closeby where swimming is a welcome respite on a hot summer day.

Sauvie Island Lakes - Sauvie Island is one of the largest freshwater islands on the continent which includes a vareity of freshwater lakes. Because the lakes are all shallow, motorboats are not recommended, but canoes, kayaks and rowboats offer the perfect opportunity to view over 250 species of birds; fish for warmwater species such as bass, crappie, perch and brown bullhead; or just exploring.

Summit Lake - Situated between Trillium Lake and the Olallie Lakes Scenic Area, Summit Lake lies just a mile off the highway. But the primitive road leading to the lake often leave you alone with the ducks. The lake offers camping, nonmotorized boating, hiking, fishing, and swimming.

Trillium Lake - A classic postcard lake with views of Mt. Hood, makes Trillium Lake very popular in the summer. In the winter, cabins offer the opportunity for cross country skiing or it's just a 7 mile drive to Mt. Hood's Timberline Lodge or a quick jaunt to Multorpor Skibowl. In summer enjoy camping, hiking, fishing, boating, wind surfing, sailing. or just picnicking by this beautiful lake.

Vancouver Lake - Located across the river just outside Vancouver, Washington, Vancouver Lake is in Vancouver Park which offers a wide variety of activities including all kinds of boating, hiking, bicycling, picnic, golf, swimming, fishing, sailboarding and hunting. The lake is also home to a sailing club and rowing club.

Yale Lake - Located on the north fork of the Lewis River on the south side of Mt. St. Helens in Washington, Yale Lake offers camping at 2 campgrounds as well as boating, fishing, hiking, swimming and picnicking.

Lake Merwin - Located on the north fork of the Lewis River on the south side of Mt. St. Helens in Washington, Merwin Lake offers camping, boating, fishing, hiking, swimming and picnicking. THey also have an indoor swimming pool with sauna and game room and a mini golf course.