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
Enjoyed what we could hear
We enjoyed the information we could hear. Unfortunately in many areas the GPS didn’t sync up with the phone and information wasn’t played. I have an iPhone and Verizon phone service.
MonicaBart | 8 hours ago | iOSMaui and Now Joshua Tree
Discovered Shaka four years ago when in Maui. Purchased the Road to Hana guide and it was outstanding. Loved it so much that we stayed on the backside of the tour. We’re in Palm Springs this week, and visited JTNP today. Last minute decision to purchase the Shaka tour for the park. Honestly made the trip much more enjoyable - and efficient. I can’t fathom why anybody wouldn’t use this guide for this particular NP. Thank you for a great day, and well not make the mistake of traveling without Shaka in the future!
Mountndood | 8 hours ago | iOSBig Bend NPS 10
Mark Brinda | 1 day ago | AndroidLove it!!!
My family and I love Shaka guide and have used for multiple trips!! Highly recommend!
matt27# | 2 days ago | iOSExcellent tours!!
Our family has loved the 4 drives we took with the Shaka Guide and look forward to more to come! The stories are great and we feel like we are on a tour with a local guide!
Mmparikh79 | 2 days ago | iOSContent excellent. Glitchy with Apple Car Play
We love Shaka Guides. Joshua Tree tour was excellent. We only did the Western to Northern loop. Wish we had more time to do the Southern entrance loop. Content, music, stories - all informative and interesting. The only thing was that the app did not pair well with Apple Car Play. It was glitchy. Every time the guide talked, it would switch to my phone. I had to pause and play for it to go back thru Apple Car Play. A little annoying. Overall an excellent tour. Can’t wait to do another one.
Kylie414 | 2 days ago | iOSShaka is fabulous!! We used it in Hawaii, and now in some national parks. It absolutely makes the experience so much better by giving information before and during your stops. The GPS is amazing. if you go off track it picks as soon as you're back on. Absolutely recommend!!! 👍 👍
Mechelle Lowe | 2 days ago | AndroidLove these audio tours!
I have a lot of these and love that I will be using them again in 2027 and will be adding several more for the trip! I highly recommend!!
Allivie | 3 days ago | iOSGreat tours....one glitch
We loved almost everything about our Shaka tour of Arches, Canyonlands, and La Sal Mountain Loop. I wish I had the option on 4 1/2 stars. The guide synced well with our GPS and we got through all three parks with ease. The narrative was interesting and we learned so much about the area. The music was an added bonus. We were also pleasantly surprised by the added bonus of guidance through Dead Horse Point State Park. Our glitch was at the end of the La Sal Mountain Loop we opted for the additional stop at Courthouse Wash to see petroglyphs. Twice the guide said the stop was 1/2 mile ahead but we weren't told where to stop. Other than that the Shaka guide was great! We also used Shaka for Maui and found it to be so helpful.
WashingtonSandra | 3 days ago | iOSSmoky Mountain Family Trip
This was the perfect guide for self guided tours. I was able to enjoy all the sites with my family instead of trying to google or read about all the sites. It was also extremely helpful that the app required me to download the tour, since we didn’t have service for over 50% of the time on the trip. We didn’t even have WiFi in our vehicle which never goes out.
Lindsay Rose | 3 days 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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