Location
Sparks Lake is located 25 miles west of Bend, Oregon, along the beautiful Cascades Lakes Scenic Byway. Sweeping mountain views, spring wildflowers and volcanic outcroppings make for naturally elegant compositions that beckon to landscape photographers. With a surface elevation of 5,433 feet, 780 acres of surface area and 10 miles of shoreline, Sparks Lake offers endless opportunity for exploration. Trout-filled waters, excellent campsites and stunning natural scenery make Sparks Lake a favorite amongst photographers, paddlers, hikers, campers and fishermen.
Weather
Winter weather at Sparks Lake is harsh. Nearby Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort receives over 450 inches of snow annually. The Cascade Lakes Highway is closed from late autumn until late spring. Winter access requires an 11-mile round-trip excursion on the snow-covered highway, necessitating cross-country skiing skills, snowshoeing stamina or…