Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway

State: Oregon
National Forest: Deschutes National Forest
Length: 66.0 mi / 106.2 km
Time to Allow: Take three to five hours to visit this byway.

This byway cuts a path through the mountains, lakes, and forests of central Oregon. Volcanism and glaciation formed more than 150 lakes for which the region is well known. See outstanding examples of lava flows, alpine lakes, and meadows. Cross paths taken by such historic figures as Kit Carson.

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  1-Day Trip: Cascade Lakes Must See Tour
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  As you drive along the Cascades Lakes Scenic Byway, note the beautiful lakes, eleven in all that gives the road its name. There are lush meadows...