Crater Lake National Park Tour
About The Tour
Explore the spectacular beauty of Oregon’s Crater Lake! On Shaka Guide’s Crater Lake National Park Tour, we’ll guide you around the rim of this breathtaking sapphire gem and point out the best views and trails in the park. As you drive, we'll tell you the fascinating history of this region, ...
Show MoreHere are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Explore Rim Village for stunning panoramic views of Crater Lake, along with visitor amenities, historic buildings, and interpretive exhibits.
• Ascend the Watchman Trail for unparalleled vistas of Crater Lake and Wizard Island from the historic fire lookout at Watchman Overlook.
• Enjoy sweeping, unobstructed views of the deep blue Crater Lake and surrounding caldera from Merriam Point Overlook.
• Hike the Cleetwood Cove Trail to reach the only legal access point to the shores of Crater Lake, perfect for swimming, fishing, and boat tours.
• Wander through lush forests on the Plaikni Falls Trail to discover the serene and picturesque Plaikni Falls, a hidden gem within Crater Lake National Park.
Sample Tour Audio
Press to Play: Lucky Dog
The Old Man of the Lake
Secret Underwater Garden
Tour Stops
Merriam Point Overlook
Castle Crest Wildflower Trail
Vidae Falls
Sun Notch Trail
Pinnacles Overlook & Trail
Plaikni Falls Trail
Phantom Ship Overlook
Cloudcap Overlook
Skell Head Overlook
Cleetwood Cove Trail
Steel Bay Viewpoint
Mazama Village
Watchman Overlook & Trail
Sinnott Memorial Overlook
Discovery Point Trail
Rim Visitor Center
Crater Lake Lodge
Rim Village Cafe and Gift Shop
Steel Information Center
Godfrey Glen Trail
Annie Creek Canyon Overlook
Customer Reviews
Waimea and Napali Coast
The tour was so helpful and entertaining. Was right on point . We drove up with the family and did a lot of the stops in the tour.
Erikaromeo | 19 hours ago | iOSLoved it so much!
This app is AMAZING! We used it for the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Blue Ridge Parkway. It took all the guess work out of finding places, which overlooks were the best, how difficult trails were, where we could find a bathroom, opportunities to refuel, and more. The hoist key and stories were so fun! We had 2 different narrators. They were both conversational and relatable. I love it’s real people, not AI. Thank you so much! We didn’t worry. We just enjoyed with this app!
travislyon | 19 hours ago | iOSGreat
Would use again. Great way to see a park. We used them in Maui on the road to Hana in the Teton park and Yellowstone. Other than a few glitches with technology on the iPhone and in rental cars the app was great!! On the iPhone Apple Music kept wanting to play over the app when connecting Bluetooth to rental car. Once I used Apple play seemed to solve the issue. Had one issue where app seemed to lose its place. But closed and reopened app and it solved issue. Otherwise app is well done and feels very natural and seamless. Like having a guide with you.
DDIEN8 | 19 hours ago | iOSYellowstone south loop
This was an amazing tour! It covered so much and gave some great lesser known but still exceptional spots to pull off.
MGMusic89 | 1 day ago | iOSSmoky Mountains
Great
Currieka35 | 1 day ago | iOSSreejith
Very nice and helpful
Sree2016 | 1 day ago | iOSMade a trip to Oahu even better
How do you make a trip to Hawaii even better? With this great app! Gray was our companion, friend, comedian, and trusted counselor. Highly recommend.
aeitingon | 1 day ago | iOSAmazing Tours
We used Shaka on three of the Hawaiian islands and recently purchased the National Parks collection. We wished we would have had them sooner for all the parks we already visited in years past. On the most recent trip we did the Crater Lake and Lassen Volcanic National Park tours. They were both amazing. So cool to have some history, music, and tips for good stops and hikes. Highly recommend their tours. We want to revisit some again just to listen to the tours.
cavecreek1 | 1 day ago | iOSHard to plan around
The app works great, the GPS is accurate, the stops are well done, and the vibe is perfectly Hawaiian. However, it is so hard to plan as a family of four with young kids. Trying to figure out when to eat, when to start, and how long each tour actually takes is frustrating, especially when caught in areas on Maui without cell reception. The FAQs and the “Read this before you go” aren’t enough and there was one tour that said it would take 4-6 hours and caused a panic when the audio said to plan for half a day to a full day! Suggestion: each tour should include a recommended amount of time to spend at each official stop. A minimum time (to more likely hit the 4 hour range for example) and a maximum amount of time (to hit the 6 hour range). You already have the drive time, and doing so would make it easier to decide when to start to match up with lunch/dinner. We ended up doing the tour in 4 hours but skipped two towns and two trails.
N. Cash | 1 day ago | iOSLike having a private tour guide in the car!
We loved this guided tour of Volcano National Park! The GPS-triggered points of interest executed flawlessly at each marker, even when there was no cell service. The tour features information about each stop, Hawaiian history, and cultural mythology… all interspersed with lovely Hawaiian music to accompany the drive. This is an excellent tour to take when you don’t want to go with a tour group. There was enough information to lead us to many points of interest, and it gave us history and context for each stop. I purchased the Big Island bundle, and I’m looking forward to trying one or two more guided tours before my vacation is over. The guide/narrator had a fun and approachable voice, and it felt like having a private tour guide in my own car. The app works flawlessly with CarPlay, so I was able to see the map and the stops easily on my car display. I will look for other tours when I’m on the islands again!
Llamafaze | 1 day ago | iOSWhat is there to do in Crater Lake National Park?
Crater Lake National Park offers a variety of activities! You can explore the park's stunning scenery by hiking on trails like the Garfield Peak Trail or the Rim Trail, which offer breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding landscape. Scenic d...
Show MoreWhat is there to do in Crater Lake National Park?
Crater Lake National Park offers a variety of activities! You can explore the park's stunning scenery by hiking on trails like the Garfield Peak Trail or the Rim Trail, which offer breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding landscape. Scenic drives around Rim Drive provide numerous viewpoints to take in the deep blue waters of Crater Lake and the surrounding caldera. During the summer, you can also take a boat tour on the lake to see Wizard Island and learn about the lake's volcanic history. Check out Shaka Guide’s Crater Lake National Park Tour for 20 must-see stops in the park.
When is Crater Lake National Park Open?
Crater Lake National Park is open year-round, but the accessibility and services vary by season. The park’s main road, Rim Drive, is generally open from late June to mid-October, depending on snow conditions. The park’s visitor center and some fac...
Show MoreWhen is Crater Lake National Park Open?
Crater Lake National Park is open year-round, but the accessibility and services vary by season. The park’s main road, Rim Drive, is generally open from late June to mid-October, depending on snow conditions. The park’s visitor center and some facilities are open year-round, but services may be limited during the winter months. Snow may impact travel and access during the winter, so it’s a good idea to check current conditions on the park’s website before planning a visit.
Where is Crater Lake National Park Located?
Crater Lake National Park is located in southern Oregon, USA. It is situated in the Cascade Range and is known for its stunning, deep blue lake formed in the caldera of a collapsed volcano. The major city closest to Crater Lake National Park is Me...
Show MoreWhere is Crater Lake National Park Located?
Crater Lake National Park is located in southern Oregon, USA. It is situated in the Cascade Range and is known for its stunning, deep blue lake formed in the caldera of a collapsed volcano. The major city closest to Crater Lake National Park is Medford, Oregon, which is approximately 75 miles west of the park. Portland, Oregon, is approximately 250 miles from Crater Lake National Park. The drive typically takes about 4.5 to 5.5 hours. Shaka Guide’s Crater Lake National Park Tour has four starting points located outside that park. Download the tour to learn more.
What is an Audio Tour Guide?
Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here's how it works:
- GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk.
- Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
What is an Audio Tour Guide?
Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here's how it works:
- GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk. Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
- The app works offline so even with spotty service we'll get you where you need to go.
- The app works offline so even with spotty service we'll get you where you need to go.
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