Location Klamath County, Oregon Primary inflows Basin countries United States Surface elevation 1,475 m Length 8 km Width 6.4 km | Type natural lake with dam Primary outflows Crescent Creek Max. length 5 mi (8.0 km) Area 18.4 km² Mean depth 38 m Catchment area 147.6 km² | |
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Crescent Lake is a natural lake on the eastern side of the Cascade Range in the northwest corner of Klamath County, Oregon, United States. The unincorporated community of Crescent Lake Junction on Oregon Route 58 and Crescent Lake State Airport are located 2.5 miles (4.0 km) northeast of the lake. The lake was named for its shape by Byron J. Pengra and W. H. Odell in July 1865.
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Map of Crescent Lake, Oregon 97733, USA
Recreation
Crescent Lake is located within the Crescent Ranger District of the Deschutes National Forest. The area has many trails for hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking, and areas for off-road vehicles. There are also a few developed campsites and boat ramps that provide opportunities for sailing, water skiing, camping and fishing. Fish species found in the lake include: