| Wasco lake | |
| Location: | Jefferson County, Oregon |
| Coords: | 44.5099°N -121.8117°W |
| Type: | Natural alpine lake |
| Basin Countries: | United States |
| Area: | 17.3acres |
| Shore: | 0.6miles |
| Elevation: | 5115feet |
| Pushpin Map: | Oregon#USA |
| Pushpin Map Alt: | Location of Wasco Lake in Oregon, USA. |
Wasco Lake is a glacially formed alpine lake located in Jefferson County, Oregon, United States. A part of the Mount Jefferson Wilderness Area, Wasco Lake is a popular hiking destination and can be accessed via the Pacific Crest Trail.[1]
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In 2003, the devastating B&B Complex Fire hit the area of Wasco Lake.[1]
Wasco Lake is located at an elevation of 5115feet on the eastern slope of Three Fingered Jack in the Cascade Mountain Range and is a part of the Mount Jefferson Wilderness Area.[2]