Lake Todd

Just about 24 miles from our house is Lake Todd.  It is one of 26 lakes within 45 miles of Bend.  We headed up on a sunny day to hike with the dogs.

The lake is shallow and clear.  This day it was a warm as bathwater.  Thats Mt. Bachelor towering above the trees.  It is the 6th largest Ski Resort in the West and only 18 miles from our new home. Even in September there is still some snow on it.

The 3 mile trail follows around the lake.  Lots of clearings to have a picnic, let your dogs swim or just take in the breathtaking scenery.  It is so quiet here.  A good place to find peace and tranquility. A jem in the Cascade Lake collection for sure.

Crowe kept himself busy jumping in and out of the water.  It is so shallow and crystal clear.  Beyond the grassy area at the north end of the lake people were hunting for truffles. Crazy, right? That's Oregon.

One parting shot as we finished our hike with some tired dogs and headed home.  Crowe had the most fun. No leash - running and swimming.  He told us in the car on the way home that it was the best day of his life.  For sure.