Moquistang; one little mustang who does it all.

Sparks Lake is located in Central Oregon, just 42 minutes outside of Bend, Oregon. This lake provides stunning views of Mount Bachelor and some pretty amazing sunsets. While horses aren’t allowed on the lakeside trail, access via the Metolius-Windigo Trail leads to an excellent viewpoint. For those wanting to ride from Quinn Meadow Horse Camp, a gpx file is also included for that route.

Trail Stats:

• 8 miles
• Elevation Gain: 693 feet
• Elevation Loss: 685 feet
• Max Elevation: 6,054 feet
• Difficulty: Moderate
  ↗ What does this mean?
• Footing: Single track dirt, some rocks.
• Hoof Protection: Barefoot OK if not sensitive.

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Facilities: Todd Creek Horse Camp

Water Sources: Horses can be watered at Todd Creek in camp.

Trail Info: Follow the Metolius-Windigo Trail for 4 miles until you reach the southern end of the Sparks Lake. Return the same way.

Trail Challenges: Mountain Bikes.

Permits: $5 day use or free with NW Forest Pass.

Backcountry Sites: Not suitable for overnight use.

Cell Service: Verizon – LTE.

Fuel: Fred Meyer Fuel Center – 61535 S Hwy 97, Bend, OR 97702

GPX File:
OHT: Sparks Lake (via Todd Creek HC)
OHT: Sparks Lake (via Quinn Meadow Horse Camp)

Maintained By: Unknown.

Directions: From Bend, OR: Travel 31.2 miles southwest on Cascade Lakes Hwy, Todd Creek Horse Camp will be on the left. Drive past first camp loops to large gravel lot for day use parking.

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