Crater Lake is one of the most pristine lakes in the world, the deepest lake in North America, and hands down one of the most interesting. The only national park in Oregon, it was formed about 7,700 years ago when a volcano now known as Mount Mazama blew. It was one of the largest volcanic eruptions in history, and what was once a 12,000-foot peak was decimated. In it’s place was a caldera, a cauldron-like cavity that filled with rain and snow over the years to form what we now refer to as Crater Lake.
The surrounding mountain ridges provide some of the most scenic and iconic views in the Northwest. Plenty of options for outdoor recreation abound here, including hiking, interpretive boat rides, wildflower viewing, waterfall explorations, cycling, and cliff jumping.
It’s the kind of place that is best enjoyed over a few days, and unless you want to spring for a room at the historic but spendy Crater Lake Lodge, you’ll probably want to pitch a tent in one of these camping areas:
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