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Oregon's underrated alternative to Crater Lake is a tiny mountain gem with crystal-clear water

Though it's not quite as large as Crater Lake, this spot south of Mt. Hood offers stunning water views, nearby trails, and ...
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One of America's most peaceful places is this pristine Oregon lake to swim, boat, and fish

The sheer number of gem-like lakes in the Beaver State simply isn't fair. And this glacier-formed body of water in eastern Oregon ranks among the best.