Crater Lake is a wonder to behold. This incredible lake will blow you away with its vibrant blue water, mountaintop scenery, and expansive, open sky. This summer, take the opportunity to travel to this amazing natural wonder in southern Oregon. There’s a reason Crater Lake is one of Oregon’s top attractions – and you’ll have to see it for yourself to truly comprehend the astounding beauty of this magical place.
flickr/ Charles Dawley At nearly 2,000 feet deep, Crater Lake is the deepest lake in the country, and one of the deepest in the world.
flickr/ Charles Dawley The water that makes up this unique lake is incredibly pure since it’s 100% snowmelt and rain. That’s why the water is so intensely blue.
flickr/ forrest stanley Located in the caldera of the dead volcano Mount Mazama, Crater Lake was formed thousands of years ago after an enormous volcanic eruption that shaped much of the surrounding scenery.
flickr/ Sean O’Neill There’s nothing more serene than seeing the sky reflected in the pure, beautiful water.
flickr/ Powderruns There are certain areas where you can go swimming in the summer months, but bring a towel! The water is very chilly.
flickr/ Ray Bouknight You can book a room or just relax at the historic Crater Lake Lodge, which overlooks the lake.
flickr/Howard Ignatius There are plenty of places to hike around, and you can even take a boat tour to explore Wizard Island. Also, be sure to cruise around Rim Drive for stunning 360 degree views.
flickr/ Sam Lee There’s nowhere on earth quite like this amazing place.
Have you been to the majestic Crater Lake? What tips or activities would you recommend to future visitors?
flickr/ Charles Dawley
At nearly 2,000 feet deep, Crater Lake is the deepest lake in the country, and one of the deepest in the world.
The water that makes up this unique lake is incredibly pure since it’s 100% snowmelt and rain. That’s why the water is so intensely blue.
flickr/ forrest stanley
Located in the caldera of the dead volcano Mount Mazama, Crater Lake was formed thousands of years ago after an enormous volcanic eruption that shaped much of the surrounding scenery.
flickr/ Sean O’Neill
There’s nothing more serene than seeing the sky reflected in the pure, beautiful water.
flickr/ Powderruns
There are certain areas where you can go swimming in the summer months, but bring a towel! The water is very chilly.
flickr/ Ray Bouknight
You can book a room or just relax at the historic Crater Lake Lodge, which overlooks the lake.
flickr/Howard Ignatius
There are plenty of places to hike around, and you can even take a boat tour to explore Wizard Island. Also, be sure to cruise around Rim Drive for stunning 360 degree views.
flickr/ Sam Lee
There’s nowhere on earth quite like this amazing place.
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