Head Lake
A lake close to Olallie Lake that can be swam in in Olallie Lake Scenic Area.
Lake Name: Head Lake
Lake Coordinates: 44.8157, -121.7914
Lake Elevation: 4950'
Access: Drive up
Permits/Fees: None (as far as I could tell)
Note: Swimming is allowed in this lake.
Fire Damage: Extensive
Location: North of Olallie Lake in Olallie Lake Scenic Area in Mount Hood National Forest, Oregon, U.S.A.
Administration: Mount Hood National Forest
Ranger District: Clackamas River Ranger District
Area: Olallie Lake Scenic Area
Date Accessed: August 20, 2024
Head Lake is close to Olallie Lake, about 300 ft from the north edge of Olallie. Head Lake is fully visible from FS 4220 on its north side (44.81680, -121.79104) and even has a view of Mt. Jefferson. I didn't attempt to go to the parking day-use area on the south side of the lake. The fire damage was very extensive; all the trees were burnt poles and the only green was the fireweed along the shores.
Since no swimming is allowed in Olallie Lake, this lake is touted as the lake to swim in since it's so close to the Olallie Resort. It is also a stocked lake.
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