Silver Lake, Oregon
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Top Hiking Spots in and near Silver Lake
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Fort Rock, Oregon
Explore Fort Rock State Park
4.5There's a great beginners hike inside the rock crater itself, and if you drive on the dirt road on the south side of the rock you can get to some great vista points and photography spots.This is great during the day or night (amazing starry views on clear nights), and you can get here any time of...Read more -
Silver Lake, Oregon
Crack-in-the-Ground Trail
5.01.59 mi / 131 ft gainCrack-in-the-Ground Trail is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Christmas Valley, Oregon.Read more -
La Pine, Oregon
Hike to Paulina Lake Hot Springs
5.02.4 miStarting at Little Crater Campground, head north toward the hot springs (43.730, -121.247). If you're really looking to stretch your legs, you can extend the out-and-back hike to a full loop around the lake just shy of 8 miles. The water in the springs is around 95 degrees, and doesn't smell of s...Read more -
La Pine, Oregon
Hike up Paulina Peak
5.06 mi / 1800 ft gainDistance: 6 miles, out-and-back (Can also be done as a 12 mile loop via Crater Rim Trail). Starting at Paulina Lake, just past the Visitor Center lies a marked trailhead for Paulina Peak. The trail starts close to the road and winds through the forest around the back of some lake maintenance fac...Read more -
La Pine, Oregon
Paulina Falls Hike to Paulina Lake
0.6 mi / 300 ft gainFirst take the short 1/4 mile hike down to the lower lookout. Get there early to beat the crowd and get unobstructed views. The Paulina Falls is an 80 ft. twin waterfall. It's gorgeous. After you see the falls from the lower lookout, you can walk back up to the upper lookout for a different view....Read more