Explore Crater Lake National Park with engaging stories, tips, and directions available with your audio guide. Customise your journey with half-day, full-day, or multi-day itineraries for a seamless adventure.
Head to Castle Crest Wildflower Garden, a vibrant half-mile loop bursting with seasonal wildflowers. Then follow the Cleetwood Cove Trail, which is the only trail to the lake’s shore. You'll need to hike 700 feet down to touch its pristine blue waters or catch a ferry to Wizard Island.
Enjoy sweeping views of Mount McLoughlin, Mount Scott, and Wizard Island from Merriam Point. See an eerie rock formation resembling a ghostly ship, shifting in appearance with the weather. Marvel at towering volcanic spires, remnants of ancient eruptions, now home to nesting birds at the Pinnacles Overlook. On a Plaikni Falls Trail, a serene 2-mile walk, you can admire a secluded waterfall surrounded by wildflower meadows.
Don't miss the Rim Village with its historic architecture, a scenic promenade, and breathtaking lake views. Afterwards, head to Vidae Falls, a picturesque 100-foot cascade, most powerful in spring and early summer. Opt for the Watchman Peak Trail to a historic fire lookout with panoramic views of the lake.
