CRESCENT, Ore. – Steve Nicovich is trolling a large plug lure deep in the bowels of Odell Lake in search of one of its famed mottled marauders when something almost appears to happen.

ODELL LAKE, Ore. – Time stands still two miles off the highway. At least that’s how it feels when you wind your way through the tall trees and the deep snowbanks and arrive at Shelter Cove Resort.

Rustic or remodeled, you make the call at Odell Lake Lodge and Resort on the east shore of Odell Lake. Some guests enjoy their weekend getaway reminiscent of a less-hurried time, while others can ...

Sunset Cove campground Deschutes National Forest This is a beautiful location on Odell Lake, with the chance to hook one of the lake's lunkers, the massive lake trout. Bet you can't beat the state ...