Deschutes County to open Cascade Lakes Highway, Paulina Lake Road

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The Deschutes County Road Department will open Paulina Lake Road on Friday, May 8, at 6 a.m. and Cascade Lakes Highway on Tuesday, May 19, at 6 a.m.
Travelers should be advised that parking and access may be limited in higher elevation areas, as there is still a significant amount of snow on the side of the road. Travelers are also advised to contact individual resorts to verify the availability of services.
For additional information, please contact the Deschutes County Road Department at (541) 388-6581.
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