Three Creek Lake
| Three Creek Lake | |
|---|---|
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| Location | Deschutes County, Oregon |
| Coordinates | 44°05′56″N 121°37′37″W / 44.099°N 121.627°W |
| Basin countries | United States |
| Surface area | 0.11875 sq mi (0.3076 km2) |
| Average depth | 20 ft (6.1 m) |
| Max. depth | 28 ft (8.5 m) |
| Surface elevation | 6,550 ft (2,000 m) |
Three Creek Lake is a lake in Deschutes County, Oregon. It has an area of 76 acres, a depth of 11–28 feet and an elevation of 6550 feet. [1] The picturesque mountain lake is located in a glacial cirque, formed by the Cabot Creek Glaciation 13,000 years ago. Three Creek Lake is overshadowed by Tam McArthur Rim, named after the Oregon Geographic Names Secretary from 1916-1949. Surrounded by old growth forest, fishing and hiking are among the most popular recreational activities.
See also
References
- ^ "Central Oregon - Three Creek Lake". Retrieved August 11, 2016.
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