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The Cove (Timothy Lake) Day-Use

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The Cove at Timothy Lake offers camping near a large body of water surrounded by forested terrain. Temperatures range from 30°F in winter to 80°F in summer, providing varied seasonal experiences. Nearby, Mount Hood National Forest offers hiking trails and scenic views for outdoor enthusiasts.

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Location

The Cove (Timothy Lake) Day-Use is located in Oregon

Directions

From Sandy, OR - go 66.5 miles east on US 26, 9 miles south on Skyline Road (Forest Road 42), 3 miles west on FR 57 to Hoodview, then hike or bike in less than a mile west.

Coordinates

45.10756972 N
121.79241467 W

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1 hr 40 min from Portland
1 hr 57 min from Bend
2 hrs 8 min from Salem
2 hrs 19 min from Albany

Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site

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Site Types

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Features

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Trash
Picnic Table
Toilets

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Sanitary Dump
Water Hookups

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Angel G.

Ranger

Reviewed Aug. 24, 2021

Crowds

Very crowded little spot. Really beautiful scenery and great fishing. It’s best to get a spot on the shore as early as possible or you may not get a spot.

Month of VisitAugust

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Juice B.

Ranger

Reviewed Aug. 10, 2019

Summertime crowds

Spent some time at the day use areas of Timothy Lake, both the main cove and upper arm. It was pretty crowded in both areas, but less at the northern arm. We launched our little dinghy, and cruised the lake. Not as crowded on the water, and lots of birds fishing. After rowing a good piece of the lake, I can tell you it's bigger than it looks. Parking is $5/day, and is good to park at any day use area around the lake. We ended up dispersed camping in a big clearing about a mile from the lake. No crowds, no pay, and a lot of bear sounds at night.

Sarah W.

Guide

Reviewed Aug. 30, 2018

Timothy lake

Nice spot to spend the day! Can fish off the dock. Beautiful scenery. Has designated fire pits. Spectacular day to sit and do nothing and bask in nature's beauty.

Month of VisitMarch