Private Water Ski Lake

Attention all nature enthusiasts! A truly unique piece of Oregon is up for grabs. Dive into its rich history as a timber-filled pond and its transformation into a recreation paradise. Embrace the opportunity to reimagine these 60 acres and fall in love with this incredible slice of heaven. Past: Take a stroll through Oregon?s captivating history! Around 170 years ago, Gabriel Trullinger claimed 646 acres along Milk Creek in Clackamas County. He built a clever sawmill in 1858, floating logs downstream during high water periods. Gabriel?s ingenious dam transformed Milk Creek into a mill pond, serving as a timber storage before embracing a modern steam-powered sawmill in 1901. His legacy endures as a testament to ingenuity and connection with the land. Present: A group of friends, passionate water skiers, sought a personal haven away from the busy waters of Willamette River. They seized an opportunity, transforming a timber filled pond into their dream water ski lake. For three relentless summers, they toiled with unwavering dedication. Decades of memories have since been etched into this beloved sanctuary where generations were taught the joy of skiing, and summer nights beneath starlit skies became treasured campouts. This slice of heaven forever warms countless hearts. Future: Picture an estate atop the bluff, where a glorious lake view beckons on one side, and captivating valley views from the other side. Escape crowded rivers and claim your own hidden sanctuary, complete with a boat house, ample dock, and boat ramp ? awaiting your imaginative touch on these sprawling sixty acres. Let your dreams take flight in this enchanting space, where nature?s beauty intertwines with your inspired creation. The future of this idyllic paradise is an unwritten tale, brimming with magic and promise.