Points Of Interest
One of the things that always held my curiosity and eventually drove me to an across the lake canoe trip, is a structure that looks like a railroad support. It is in fact the Klovdahl Dam, or Klovdahl Tunnel. Originally purposed to provide irrigation water to the valley below, it never took off and is now sealed. There is an information board near the structure that will tell you more.
The trail that leads around Waldo Lake is 22 miles in length with many off-running trails into the Waldo Lake Wilderness. The Pacific Crest Trail passes to the East of Waldo Lake and the nearest trailhead is off the Waldo Lake road at Charlton Lake.
There are three campgrounds on the eastern shore with 205 campsites with boat ramps at each, Harrelson Horse camp, and of course numerous boat-in spots on the western shore which we will find.
On August 23, 1996, we were in the area and saw the forest fire at Waldo Lake. Today, the burn is still in the recovery stages and can be seen from the Islet Campground boat ramp. Camping there is not recommended due to the fragile environment and dead trees that can fall. Also, if hiking through the area, exposed roots and deep holes may dot the trails and throughout the burned area.
An excellent addition to our blog is the calendar created by Mary just to right of the top post. Check it out!
Next week: "Readiness Pointers"
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