Lake Billy Chinook

In the high desert region of eastern Oregon, this enormous reservoir serves as a premier recreation location. Lake Billy Chinook is located within a canyon that the three rivers dug out approximately 11 million years ago and it is one of the best lakes to visit in Oregon. It includes more than 70 miles of shoreline and includes waters from the Deschutes, Crooked, and Metolius Rivers. The lake's impressive canyon walls provide additional aesthetic appeal while boating, fishing, or camping close to the beach.

The 1,600-hectare lake is a well-liked location for boating, sailing, water skiing, and jet skiing. Many visitors also come for the fantastic small-mouth bass, brown trout, and sockeye salmon fishing.

The finest place to experience Lake Billy Chinook is at The Cove Palisades State Park, which is on the Deschutes and Crooked River portions of the lake. Over 160 campsites, ranging from tent-only camping spaces to RV places with full hookups, are available in the state park. The State Park also offers a boat launch, fishing pier, and guided kayak tours as additional means of getting to the lake.

Location: Jefferson County in the U.S. state of Oregon