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In Oregon, Waldo Lake is a lake used for time on and around the water. Sitting at around 5,414 feet of elevation, it drops to a maximum depth near 420 feet. At around 9,800 acres (about 15 square miles), it is a mid-sized waterbody. Research-grade observations nearby include Kokanee Salmon, Lahontan Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout, and Brown Trout. Nearby alternatives include Waldo Lake, Odell Lake, and Crane Prairie Reservoir. A nearby water gauge supplies level and temperature readings where available. Coverage here includes an hourly and 7-day forecast, wind and gust outlook, water readings, fishing conditions, and activity scores for boating, paddling, and swimming. Forecasts for Waldo Lake come from the National Weather Service and refresh several times a day.
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No active alerts for this lake as of the last check (Oct 9, 12:19 AM PDT). Alerts are re-checked automatically; see the official source for updates.
Overall Good (87/100) across 4 activities. Best right now: Boating (98/100).
How the score is calculated →Best excellent fishing window, averaging 90/100 across these hours. Wind 5 mph from the west-southwest. Dawn hours (07:00 local). Derived from the hourly forecast; official alerts are not forecast and are checked separately.
| Metric | 7a | 8a | 9a | 10a | 11a | 12p | 1p | 2p | 3p | 4p | 5p | 6p | 7p | 8p | 9p | 10p | 11p | 12a | 1a | 2a | 3a | 4a | 5a | 6a |
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| Temp (°F) | 46° | 46° | 45° | 44° | 43° | 43° | 42° | 41° | 42° | 47° | 52° | 52° | 51° | 51° | 52° | 51° | 49° | 48° | 45° | 46° | 45° | 42° | 40° | 39° |
| Wind (kts) | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 7 | 9 | 11 | 11 |
| Direction | SW | SW | SW | W | W | W | W | W | W | W | W | W | W | W | W | W | NW | W | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW |
| Gusts (kts) | 6 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 13 | 15 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 | 15 | 15 | 14 | 13 | 14 | 17 | 20 | 21 |
| Precip % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 0% | 1% | 2% | 2% | 4% | 31% | 45% | 47% | 44% | 20% | 10% | 3% |
| Time | Temp | Wind | Gusts | Precip | Cloud | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, 12 AM PDT | 46°F | 3 mph SW (225°) | 7 mph | 0% | 2% | Clear |
| Fri, 1 AM PDT | 46°F | 3 mph SW (225°) | 7 mph | 0% | 4% | Clear |
| Fri, 2 AM PDT | 45°F | 3 mph SW (225°) | 8 mph | 0% | 5% | Clear |
| Fri, 3 AM PDT | 44°F | 3 mph WSW (248°) | 8 mph | 0% | 14% | Mostly Clear |
| Fri, 4 AM PDT | 43°F | 3 mph WSW (248°) | 8 mph | 0% | 3% | Clear |
| Fri, 5 AM PDT | 43°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 9 mph | 0% | 8% | Mostly Clear |
| Fri, 6 AM PDT | 42°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 10 mph | 0% | 16% | Sunny |
| Fri, 7 AM PDT | 41°F | 5 mph WSW (248°) | 10 mph | 0% | 33% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 8 AM PDT | 42°F | 6 mph WSW (248°) | 12 mph | 0% | 22% | Sunny |
| Fri, 9 AM PDT | 47°F | 6 mph W (270°) | 13 mph | 1% | 10% | Sunny |
| Fri, 10 AM PDT | 52°F | 8 mph W (270°) | 15 mph | 1% | 19% | Sunny |
| Fri, 11 AM PDT | 52°F | 8 mph W (270°) | 17 mph | 1% | 35% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 12 PM PDT | 51°F | 9 mph W (270°) | 18 mph | 0% | 41% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 1 PM PDT | 51°F | 9 mph W (270°) | 18 mph | 1% | 44% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 2 PM PDT | 52°F | 8 mph W (270°) | 18 mph | 2% | 59% | Partly Sunny |
| Fri, 3 PM PDT | 51°F | 8 mph W (270°) | 18 mph | 2% | 68% | Partly Sunny |
| Fri, 4 PM PDT | 49°F | 8 mph WNW (293°) | 17 mph | 4% | 76% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Fri, 5 PM PDT | 48°F | 8 mph W (270°) | 17 mph | 31% | 73% | Chance Light Rain |
| Fri, 6 PM PDT | 45°F | 8 mph WNW (293°) | 16 mph | 45% | 83% | Chance Light Rain |
| Fri, 7 PM PDT | 46°F | 7 mph WNW (293°) | 15 mph | 47% | 88% | Chance Light Rain |
| Fri, 8 PM PDT | 45°F | 8 mph WNW (293°) | 16 mph | 44% | 86% | Chance Light Rain |
| Fri, 9 PM PDT | 42°F | 10 mph NW (315°) | 20 mph | 20% | 89% | Slight Chance Light Rain |
| Fri, 10 PM PDT | 40°F | 13 mph NW (315°) | 23 mph | 10% | 88% | Cloudy |
| Fri, 11 PM PDT | 39°F | 13 mph NW (315°) | 24 mph | 3% | 91% | Cloudy |
| Sat, 12 AM PDT | 37°F | 13 mph NW (315°) | 24 mph | 2% | 88% | Cloudy |
Official National Weather Service hourly forecast. Showing 10 of 25 hours. Wind arrows point the way the wind is blowing; the compass point and degrees show where it comes from.
| Period | Overnight October 9, 2026 | Friday October 9, 2026 | Friday Night October 9, 2026 | Saturday October 10, 2026 | Saturday Night October 10, 2026 | Sunday October 11, 2026 | Sunday Night October 11, 2026 | Columbus Day October 12, 2026 | Monday Night October 12, 2026 | Tuesday October 13, 2026 | Tuesday Night October 13, 2026 | Wednesday October 14, 2026 | Wednesday Night October 14, 2026 | Thursday October 15, 2026 |
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| Temp (°F) | 41° | 53° | 27° | 36° | 24° | 35° | 24° | 46° | 29° | 46° | 35° | 47° | 34° | 55° |
| Wind | WSW 5 mph | W 5 to 9 mph | NW 6 to 13 mph | NW 6 mph | NNE 3 to 7 mph | ENE 6 to 10 mph | E 6 to 14 mph | ENE 3 to 9 mph | WSW 5 mph | WSW 7 mph | W 5 mph | W 5 mph | WSW 2 to 6 mph | ESE 3 to 7 mph |
| Gusts | 9 mph | 18 mph | 24 mph | 14 mph | 14 mph | 23 mph | 24 mph | 17 mph | 9 mph | 13 mph | 12 mph | 9 mph | 13 mph | 14 mph |
| Precip % | 0% | 31% | 47% | 2% | 2% | 2% | 2% | 2% | 7% | 19% | 27% | 26% | 5% | 1% |
| Forecast |
Good for fishing (81/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 3 mph from the southwest. 0% chance of precipitation. Not available from a verified source for this lake: pressure trend, water temperature. Confidence is moderate (74%) because some inputs are unavailable or older than ideal.
Excellent for boating (98/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 3 mph from the southwest. Gusts to 7 mph. Not available from a verified source for this lake: visibility and conditions, verified water access. Confidence is moderate (84%) because some inputs are unavailable or older than ideal.
Fair for sailing (73/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: Gusts are within 4 mph of sustained wind, so the breeze is steady. No active official alerts for this lake. Not available from a verified source for this lake: visibility. Confidence is high (88%).
Excellent for kayaking (96/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 3 mph from the southwest. Gusts to 7 mph. Confidence is high (90%).
Water temperature is not available from a verified source for this lake. No swimming score is shown without it.
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Individual boat ramp GPS coordinates are maintained under the jurisdiction of OR Parks & Wildlife Authority. Public boaters should verify seasonal launch water levels, gate hours, and daily vehicle/vessel fees before traveling.
In OR, Waldo Lake stands out as a versatile freshwater lake valued for its fishing waters, boating access, and scenic shoreline. Whether embarking on early morning fishing runs or enjoying midday water recreation, visitors find varied opportunities across the basin. Public facilities are overseen by state and local natural resource agencies.
Valid freshwater sport fishing license issued by Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) is required for anglers age 12+. Digital license on mobile is accepted.
Mandatory Clean, Drain & Dry inspection. Out-of-area craft require on-site Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS Quagga/Zebra) inspection or decontamination before launch. USCG life jackets required for all.
Public shoreline and boating access managed by State & Local Authorities. Verify seasonal gate hours, launch fees, and parking rules before travel.
High-speed motorboating, pontoon cruising, wakeboarding, and water skiing across main channels. Target gamefish include Kokanee Salmon, Lahontan Cutthroat Trout, Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout. Morning hours typically provide optimal glassy conditions for kayak and stand-up paddleboard (SUP) touring.
Warm water temperatures, peak swimming, active watersports, and open full-service campgrounds. Highest weekly attendance; plan early arrivals on summer weekends.
Spring pre-spawn and fall feeding transitions create prime trophy angling conditions. Cooler air, lower boat traffic, and vibrant seasonal shoreline foliage.
High-altitude mountain winter climate (elevation 5,414 ft MSL). Freezing temperatures, potential snowpack or ice cover, and reduced seasonal amenities. Winter safety caution advised.
No external source rows are cited by the data currently shown on this page.
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Scores are heuristics, not safety guarantees. LakeRadar scores summarize available conditions and are not a substitute for official warnings, local rules, or on-water judgment.
All telemetry for Waldo Lake is synchronized directly from authorized federal and state monitoring networks (USGS, NWS, NOAA, and state environmental authorities). Observations are strictly instrumented readings — unmonitored sensors are transparently disclosed rather than synthetic estimates.
Last source audit: Oct 9, 12:19 AM PDT