Paulina Lake, OR - May 2009

This week, the roads were finally cleared of snow and we were able to take a drive up to see Paulina Lake at the Newberry National Volcanic Monument. We weren't disappointed and enjoyed the views although the campgrounds were still closed because of deep snow.

We stopped at the Lodge and saw that Paulina Lake was open for fishing even though clumps of snow still ringed the shore around the marina. The Lodge was not yet open, but signs indicated that things would be ready to go on Friday for the holiday weekend.

Another three miles up the road brought us to (the still frozen) East Lake. I thought this image of the frozen lake and snow covered shore looked a bit like a tropical beach with snow white sand and turquoise water.


Another view of the frozen lake. Because the campgrounds were not accessible, being knee-deep in snow, we weren't able to tell if there were awesome lakeview sites, but it looked like East Lake had the potential for a few really nice lakefront sites.


Here's Frank taking a stroll down the boat ramp.


And Mom enjoying a walk along "the beach" - ha ha!


Frank & I enjoying the view from a dry spot.