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Wallowa Lake State Recreation Area rests in the Wallowa Mountains, whose sharp high peaks have earned the region the nickname "the Switzerland of America."
Mountains, streams, lakes and wildlife make the area a nature lover's paradise. The federal government recognized that fact with the creation of the 216,000-acre Eagle Cap Wilderness Area.
Hikers and equestrians often use Wallowa Lake as a base camp for treks of a day or longer into the adjacent wilderness area. A U.S. Forest Service trailhead is located across the road from the south end of the park. The longer hikes, up to 30 miles, lead to the high Lake Basin area of the wilderness.
Rental horses are available in the area, and guided pack trips can be arranged in the wilderness area. However, horses are not allowed in the state park.
Wallowa Lake and nearby streams are home to rainbow trout, landlocked blueback salmon (kokanee), and lake trout. Near the lakeside picnic area, there's a boat ramp and rental boats, motors and water recreation gear. A swimming area is nearby.
Birdwatching is popular, with a variety of raptors, migrants and woodpeckers in the region.
Campers can utilize two yurts, 121 campsites with full hookup, one cabin, three group tent area, a hiker/biker camp and 89 tent sites. The park belongs to the Reservations Northwest system, through which campsites may be reserved for an additional fee from two days to 9 months in advance.
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Wallowa Lake is nestled in the Wallowa Mountains of northeastern Oregon.
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