Sparks Lake

Eventually, sunset time rolled around and, although I didn't get the red sky I'd hoped for, at least the water calmed down to a mirror image. I loved the place and would return if ever I was lucky enough to be in Oregon again.

Oregon has to be one of the best states for a landscape photographer in the USA. You can virtually drive on any road and find great vistas and a wide variety of landscapes from deserts and coastal beaches to lush forests and mountain ranges.

Sparks Lake near Bend is a great location to catch a view of some of the best known mountains in OR - the 3 sisters and Broken Top. Although there weren't any clouds on this day to create a dramatic sunrise, it was still a wonderful experience to stand by the lake in the morning cold and take in the unfolding scene as the rising sun warmed the peaks and caused the mist to disperse from over the lake surface. There's tons of hiking trails nearby, some that even take you to the summit of a couple of the mountains. This is one location I will definitely be returning to in the near future.

Thank you for stopping by.

#goldenhour #OR #USA #Oregon #SparksLake #Lake #Sunrise #Dawn #colorful #waterlust #weekend #hiking #roadtrip #blue #bestof5

Visit Sparks Lake

Activities

La Pine travel guide

Popular places to visit

Mt. Bachelor Ski Resort

Plummet down steep slopes at this popular Oregon skiing location. Marvel at the breathtaking scenery of the pine-covered Cascade Mountains.

Mt Bachelor

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mt Bachelor during your travels in La Pine. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

This gorgeous waterfall is in the high desert near Bend, Oregon. Well worth the dusty road that confuses a GPS.

Tumalo Falls

Explore the lovely green spaces of Tumalo Falls and enjoy the cycling trails in La Pine. Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.

Deschutes National Forest

Find out why the natural wonderland that runs along Oregon’s iconic Cascade Mountains attracts over 8 million nature-loving visitors each year.

Boat Ramp at Blue Mountain Lake - A long wooden boat ramp extending onto a blue mountain lake under Spring blue sky and white clouds. Crane Prairie Reservoir, Bend, Oregon, USA.

Crane Prairie Reservoir

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Crane Prairie Reservoir during your travels in La Pine. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Benham Falls Trailhead

Enjoy a trip to Benham Falls Trailhead and popular activities such as cycling in Bend. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or seek out the golf courses.

Top Sparks Lake Hotel Deals

Check availability on hotels close to Sparks Lake

Sunriver Resort

17600 Center Drive Bend OR

Seventh Mountain Resort

18575 Sw Century Dr Bend OR

The Pines at Sunriver

17655 Pinnacle Lane Bend OR

Riverhouse Lodge

3075 N. Business 97 Bend OR

Tetherow Resort

61240 Skyline Ranch Road Bend OR

Hotel Peppertree Bend, BW Premier Collection

1082 SW Yates Dr Bend OR

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bend South by IHG

61070 S HWY 97 Bend OR

FivePine Lodge & Spa

1021 Desperado Trail Sisters OR

Pine Ridge Inn

1350 SW Colorado Ave. Bend OR

See all 4,641 properties in Sparks Lake

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages. Book Flight + Lodging, save up to 100% of flight price - Savings based on flight + lodging package prices as compared to the price of the same components available for booking separately before all discounts and rewards applied. Your bundled savings cover up to 100% of your flight. Savings vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and travel suppliers. Savings not available on all flight + lodging package bookings.