Lava Lake Murders
What mystery haunts Lava Lake’s frozen waters?
4.6 (25)
26 mins
Explore the harsh and isolated life of three trappers in 1920s Oregon’s wilderness. Discover the chilling mystery of their brutal murders and the frozen Lava lake that hid their bodies for months. Learn about the enduring unanswered questions and theories surrounding this century-old cold case.
Ep 1:
Winter Silence at Little Lava Lake
In the isolated winter wilds of 1923 Oregon, three trappers vanish without a trace, leaving behind cold stoves, untouched traps, and a bloodstained hammer.
Ep 2:
What the Melting Ice Revealed
As spring thaws Big Lava Lake, the ice surrenders three frozen bodies, revealing a brutal, calculated crime far more sinister than anyone imagined.
Ep 3:
The Man of a Thousand Names
Investigators zero in on Charles Kimzey, a slippery career criminal with countless aliases, a violent past, and a suspicious alibi that never quite holds up.
Ep 4:
Frozen Secrets, Unanswered Questions
Nearly a century on, the Lava Lake Murders remain unsolved—hindered by primitive forensics, faded memories, and a wilderness that keeps its secrets well.
Discussions (13)
Everett
Level 6 · 9 mo agoHammer plus gunshots is overkill (definitely personal)
Harold
Level 4 · 9 mo agoKimzey's alibi is legit. Tunnel records exist.
Gavin
Level 4 · 9 mo agoIt is baffling that Roy Wilson was a Marine and still got taken down. The theory about a surprise ambush while cooking dinner makes the most sense given his military training and the lack of a struggle.
