North Waldo
Photo · U.S. Forest ServiceThe place
Waldo Lake is one of the largest natural lakes in Oregon. It offers a uniquely peaceful setting on the water and along remote shorelines, surrounded by forests of Douglas fir and mountain hemlock. Recreation in the area is abundant with the lake an ideal location for water activities like sailing, canoeing and swimming. Recreation Waldo Lake is circled by the Jim Weaver Loop, 20 miles of trail for hiking and biking. Bikes are allowed on the trails, but not in the nearby Waldo Lake Wilderness. Keep reading
There is also easy access to the Pacific Crest Trail and North Waldo is also a popular starting point for many wilderness trails and lakes, most notably the Rigdon, Wahanna and Torrey Lakes. There is a 1-mile Shoreline Trail between North Waldo Campground and Islet Campground which provides a short and pleasant hike along the lakeshore. Facilities North Waldo is the most popular of the Waldo Lake Campgrounds. There are 58 sites with fire rings and tables, 34 are reservable. The boat launch is somewhat deeper than the others on the lake, which is more accommodating for large sailboats. The drier environment supports fewer mosquitoes, but they are still plentiful in season. This facility is operated by American Land & Leisure. We appreciate hearing from you. Comment cards are available from campground hosts or online at www.americanll.com. Natural Features Situated high on the western slopes of the Oregon Cascades at 5,400 feet in elevation, Waldo Lake is one of the purest lakes in Oregon (9.8 square miles with a maximum depth of 427 feet). It has no permanent inlet to bring nutrients into the lake for plant growth. The lack of plant life contributes to its purity, allowing you to see to depths of 120 feet on a calm day.
The sites · 43
| Loop | Site | Type | Max rig | Electric | ADA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORTH WALDO | 001 | standard nonelectric | — | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 002 | standard nonelectric | — | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 003 | standard nonelectric | — | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 004 | standard nonelectric | — | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 005 | standard nonelectric | — | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 006 | standard nonelectric | — | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 007 | standard nonelectric | — | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 008 | standard nonelectric | — | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 009 | standard nonelectric | — | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 010 | standard nonelectric | — | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 011 | standard nonelectric | 50 ft | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 012 | standard nonelectric | 12 ft | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 013 | standard nonelectric | 47 ft | — | yes |
| NORTH WALDO | 014 | standard nonelectric | 28 ft | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 015 | standard nonelectric | 29 ft | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 016 | standard nonelectric | 46 ft | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 017 | standard nonelectric | 42 ft | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 018 | standard nonelectric | 26 ft | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 019 | standard nonelectric | 25 ft | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 020 | standard nonelectric | 37 ft | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 021 | standard nonelectric | 33 ft | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 022 | standard nonelectric | 33 ft | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 023 | standard nonelectric | 34 ft | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 024 | standard nonelectric | 28 ft | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 025 | standard nonelectric | 33 ft | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 026 | standard nonelectric | 27 ft | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 027 | walk to | — | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 028 | walk to | — | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 029 | walk to | — | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 030 | standard nonelectric | 38 ft | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 031 | standard nonelectric | 33 ft | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 032 | standard nonelectric | 32 ft | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 033 | standard nonelectric | 38 ft | — | yes |
| NORTH WALDO | 034 | standard nonelectric | 30 ft | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 035 | standard nonelectric | 24 ft | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 036 | standard nonelectric | 24 ft | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 037 | standard nonelectric | 20 ft | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 038 | standard nonelectric | 29 ft | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 039 | standard nonelectric | 18 ft | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 040 | standard nonelectric | 35 ft | — | |
| NORTH WALDO | 041 | standard nonelectric | 30 ft | — | |
| S&P | Double S&P | management | 42 ft | — | |
| S&P | Single S&P | management | — | — |
Booking
Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.
Book on recreation.govWho runs it
Operated by American Land & Leisure, a private concessionaire, under permit from the agency.
Your representative
This campground sits in OR-04. This member’s public-lands record →