Known for its deep blue color and clear waters, Crater Lake National Park formed in a collapsed volcano. The lake is more than a protected ecosystem, it is also a sacred place to the Klamath tribe, who researchers think may have witnessed the collapse of the volcano. You'll be able to see another legendary aspect of the lake as well. "Old Man of the Lake," once a tree, now a stump, has bobbed in the lake for centuries. Crater Lake National Park boasts hiking trails and lookout points all around its rim. Use our Crater Lake National Park online trip itinerary planner to visit Crater Lake National Park on your trip to Crater Lake National Park, and learn what else travelers and our writers recommend seeing nearby.
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Beautiful scenery, rustic lodge, nice but pricey..... The trip around the lake is very worthwhile and fun.
Beautiful scenery, rustic lodge, nice but pricey..... The trip around the lake is very worthwhile and fun. more »
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This was our annual snowshoeing trip to Crater Lake. There was about 6 feet of snow at the Rim. Many other couples were snowshoeing. The favorite "trail" is to follow the snow covered road to...
This was our annual snowshoeing trip to Crater Lake. There was about 6 feet of snow at the Rim. Many other couples were snowshoeing. The favorite "trail" is to follow the snow covered road to... more »
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Absolutely breathtaking! Completely worth the drive! My family and I almost didn't make the drive here and we are SO glad that we did. The water is so blue and calm. We made the drive around the entire lake and there were so many spots to pull off and enjoy the view.
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a magnificent place, everything that I saw here is difficult to describe, you just have to see it for yourself. purpose of the day can be spent here. You can also go by bike or on foot. such beauty is very rare on earth and must be seen. every year I come to court for one day, I don’t get tired and I’m very pleased, despite the fact that I drive 450 mil per day. Be sure to go, you will be very pleased. only choose good weather,clear not overcast without fog.
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