Cascade Lakes Loop

Wind though alpine and sub-alpine forests, passing numerous lakes in the Cascade Lakes region. Our ride will bring us over challenging climbs and swooping loamy descents while being surrounded by breathtaking views of snow-capped volcanic mountains. This tour of 18½ to 25 miles will be customized for your riding level to include a loop or point-to-point route. Swimming is an option in many of the lakes! 

Tour details
Head high into the Cascade Mountains for an unforgettable biking experience.
The tour starts at Little Cultus lake at 4300 feet. The 18½ mile loop brings you past Lemish lake, Charlton Lake and has an optional out and back to Lily lake. High Alpine singletrack flows through open meadows, dense lodgeploe forests and towering hemlock stands. A few steep, power climbs will warm you up perfectly for a dip in Charlton lake at the midway point. test your technical riding skills on some of the most sustained root sections found on any trail. The trail returns to Little Cultus Lake for a final swim before heading back to Bend.

Price & What It Includes
$90 per person.
Includes: An amazing ride high in the Cascade mountains, local expert guides, local transportation to and from the tour, full lunch including Nancy P’s sandwiches, fresh fruit and cookies.


Cascade Lakes Photo Album

Riding Distance
18½-30 miles

Altitude
4200-6500 ft.

Level


Terrain
mostly fast flowing singletrack, some steep, technical trails, roots and rocks

Meeting Time and Place
9:00 AM. Cog Wild will pick you up at your hotel or vacation rental, or meet at a predetermined location


Two-Hour Tour
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Sunriver Cycling 
Smith Rock Ride & Climb Tour

Full Day Tours
Bachelor to Bend
Cascade Lakes Loop
Smith Rock
Ochoco Mountains