11/16/2025
The Mysterious Disappearance of Two Teens in Oregon's Willow Creek Lake
In June 2016, 17-year-old Cody Bowen and 16-year-old Lily Morgan set off on a routine hike to Willow Creek Lake in Oregon, armed with backpacks, a camera, and excitement for the outdoors. Close friends bonded by their love of nature, they were last spotted by a ranger on the trail—well-prepared and in high spirits.
But as evening fell, their phones went silent. Anxious parents drove to the trailhead, finding only their locked bikes. No calls, no signs. A massive search ensued: volunteers scoured forests, flyers blanketed towns, and theories swirled—from runaways to foul play.
Months dragged on with zero clues, shattering their tight-knit community. Then, a chilling discovery in the lake changed everything... 👇See more below