Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway

National Scenic Byway • Oregon

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Cultus Lake is one of the many beautiful lakes found on the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway.

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The snow-covered peaks of Mt. Bachelor rise above the Deschutes National Forest on the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway.

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The red cinder cone is a startling contrast to the almost pastel blues and greens surrounding the area.

Public domain. Photo by Martin Gyorgyfalvy

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Even in the middle of summer, the top of Mt. Bachelor is covered in snow.

Public domain. Photo by Martin Gyorgyfalvy

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From this angle, the unique nature of Sparks Lake is clearly visible.

Public domain. Photo by Martin Gyorgyfalvy

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Snow dots the rich earth parthway that leads down to Sparks Lake.

Public domain. Photo by Martin Gyorgyfalvy

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A visitor to the byway pauses to check out the information at Sparks Meadow.

Public domain. Photo by Robin Gyorgyfalvy

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Purple wildflowers sweep over the ground, dotting the green grass of the meadow.

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Evergreens surround the lush meadow, providing a shady area for those that visit.

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Lava Rock Cliffs rise sharply alongside the road leading into Todd Lake.

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Cultus Lake sits nestled among the trees of the Deschutes National Forest.

Public domain. Photo by Brett Hansen

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A glimmer of Lava Lake can be seen with South Sister and Broken Top Mountains in the background.

Public domain. Photo by Clarence Nies

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Devil's Garden, and other huge mountains of lava rock line portions of the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway.

Public domain. Photo by Brett Hansen

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Devil's Lake is one of the many lakes nestled among the trees along the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway.

Public domain. Photo by Brett Hansen

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In summer, Dutchman Flat appears as a barren desert surrounded by the lush green foliage on the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway.

Public domain. Photo by Brett Hansen

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Elk Lake can be seen through the trees on the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway.

Public domain. Photo by Brett Hansen

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Magnificent Mt. Bachelor rises behind Lava Lake on the Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway.

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Tilted layers of rock provide a swirled effect of grays, browns and reds.

Public domain. Photo by Martin Gyorgyfalvy

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Broken Top provides a misty backdrop to the lush green valley below.

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Snow covers the ridges of Broken Top in sporadic patches, showing signs of the warmer weather coming along the Cascade Lakes.

Public domain. Photo by Martin Gyorgyfalvy

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Peeking through the thick stretch of dark evergreens is Todd Lake, with Broken Top standing majestically in the background.

Public domain. Photo by Martin Gyorgyfalvy

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Looking like a sea of green water, trees sweep out across the landscape.

Public domain. Photo by Martin Gyorgyfalvy

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The top of Mt. Bachelor provides a sweeping view of the valley and the Cascades Lakes Scenic Byway below.

Public domain. Photo by Martin Gyorgyfalvy

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Gently rolling hills and forested hills encompass the Byway, as seen from the snow-touched slopes of Mt. Bachelor.

Public domain. Photo by Martin Gyorgyfalvy

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The tall spires of the pine trees seemingly dwarf those who walk or bike along the trails next to them.

Public domain. Photo by Robin Gyorgyfalvy

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In the distance, Mt. Bachelor makes a daunting figure in the wide greenery of Sparks Meadow.

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High above the valley, a vivid red rock mountainside stands out against the gentle blues of the mountainous horizon.

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Stunted trees and a rock-strewn ground lends a wild western air to this stretch of Broken Top Mountain.

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Gentle slopes lead down to calm blue waters surrounded by rock, earth and snow.

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The Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway traverses a road filled with scenic wonder.

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