Shale Lake is just a tiny alpine lake, but from the right angle and with sunshine you will see Mount Jefferson mirroring in the clear water. There are also plenty of blueberry bushes in the area with delicious berries to forage in late summer.

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1. Pamelia Lake and Hunts Cove Loop – Mount Jefferson Wilderness

32.5km

09:59

1,170m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Elevation 1,800 m

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Location: Linn County, Oregon, United States

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Shale Lake

1. Pamelia Lake and Hunts Cove Loop – Mount Jefferson Wilderness

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