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Reservoir in Oregon, United States
Photo: Bob Heims, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Public domain via Wikimedia Commons
Detroit Lake State Recreation Area is a state park in the Cascade Mountains region of Oregon. Mountains can be seen in the distance, rising above the hills. Sometimes in the early spring, snow still clings to the distant mountains, making the scenic views picturesque. There isn't a major city within 50 miles in any direction, allowing Detroit's night sky to be free of light-pollution and unattractive vapors.
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The lake's developed day-use boat launch with a swimming area, picnic tables, and restrooms.
Has a rustic feel-good atmosphere. It is a family-owned and ran business that serves burgers, pies and more. If compared to a large chain restaurant, it would be similar to a Shari's. The walls are covered in old pictures and paintings. There are rusted tools and antiques sitting on high shelves. The food is exquisite and the service is friendly.
Owned and operated by two women. They serve espresso drinks, sandwiches and ice cream. KC's makes the best milkshakes around. The food is good and the atmosphere is fun.
This restaurant is locally and family owned. There is a deck that overlooks the river to eat on. The service is great. The only bad thing is it's a short drive from Detroit towards the bend on highway 22.
If you live North of Salem: Drive South via I-5. Take exit 253 toward Stayton/Detroit Lake (also known as OR-22). Take a left after the off-ramp onto Highway 22. Continue for about 50 miles.
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