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Crater Lake National Park

Oregon
Deep-blue lake & volcanic rim
Where to stay →
Scenic header: Looking at Crater Lake and Wizard Island from Discovery Point · NPS Photo · Photo credits
A GOOD REASON TO GO

Deep-blue lake & volcanic rim

A remarkably blue lake fills a volcanic caldera high in the Cascades. Rim viewpoints invite a leisurely visit, with time to appreciate the scale of the basin and the changing mountain weather.

A view of Crater Lake and Wizard Island
Looking at Crater Lake and Wizard Island from Discovery Point
NPS Photo

What to explore

  • Rim Village
  • Rim Drive viewpoints
  • Wizard Island views

Before you go

Snow can limit road access well beyond winter. Check which rim roads and visitor facilities are open before planning a circuit.

Allow time for the approach, interpretation and breaks. Check the specific facilities and walking surfaces your guests need.

Where to stay →Official visitor information ↗

Current access, reservations, fees and operating arrangements should be checked with the official operator or managing agency. Photographs can show earlier conditions.