Tour Stops

Mazama Village

Located near the south entrance to the park, Mazama Village features a seasonal campground; the Annie Creek Restaurant and Gift Shop; the Mazama Village Camp...

Annie Creek Canyon Overlook

If you are entering the park from the south, pull over for a view of Annie Creek Canyon. From the overlook, you'll get a glimpse...

Godfrey Glen Trail

Godfrey Glen is an easy one-mile loop and one of the few accessible and pet-friendly trails in the park. The shady path winds through an...

Steel Information Center

Originally built as a ranger dormitory, the Steel Information Center now serves as the park’s main visitor center, offering information, exhibits and a gift shop....

Rim Village Cafe and Gift Shop

Located at the edge of the caldera, Rim Village is the main visitor hub featuring a small visitor center, a cafe and gift shop, the...

Crater Lake Lodge

Built in 1915, the historic Crater Lake Lodge sits on the edge of the caldera and offers majestic views of the lake and surrounding sub-alpine...

Rim Visitor Center

The Rim Visitor Center is located in the historic Kiser Studio in Rim Village and offers stunning views of the lake. The center offers park...

Discovery Point Trail

This 2-mile round trip trail along the rim offers amazing views of the lake and Wizard Island. The trail begins at Rim Village and ends...

Sinnott Memorial Overlook

Don't overlook the Sinnott Memorial Overlook! This cliffside viewpoint features outdoor exhibits and stunning views of the lake. You'll find the overlook behind the Rim...

Watchman Overlook & Trail

From Watchman Overlook, you'll get an unrivaled view of Wizard Island and the crater on top that this lake was named after! You can also climb...

Merriam Point Overlook

From Merriam Point, you'll be treated to a spectacular view of Crater Lake and Wizard Island. Look for Mount Scott, the tallest peak in the...

Steel Bay Viewpoint

Located near the Grouse Hill Picnic Area are two scenic viewpoints overlooking Steel Bay. Steel Bay was named after William Gladstone Steel. Steel was known...

Cleetwood Cove Trail

Cleetwood Cove Trail is the only place in the park to safely and legally access the waters of Crater Lake. Getting to the lake’s rocky...

Skell Head Overlook

Enjoy the view from this promontory named Skell Head and learn about the ancient spirits connected to this sacred place.

Cloudcap Overlook

Like its name suggests, Cloudcap Overlook is the highest overlook on our drive. It also happens to be the highest paved road in all of...

Phantom Ship Overlook

The overlook is one of the best places to see Phantom Ship Island. This jagged formation of volcanic rock rises over 170 feet above the...

Plaikni Falls Trail

A short detour from Rim Drive will take you to the trailhead for Plaikni Falls. This easy, two-mile roundtrip hike will take you through an...

Pinnacles Overlook & Trail

This easy, one-mile forested trail follows the rim of Pinnacle Valley, offering stunning views of these fairytale towers. The gray and brown pinnacles were formed...

Sun Notch Trail

The Sun Notch Trail is a little less than a mile long. The loop winds through a meadow to the rim of the lake. From...

Vidae Falls

This lovely waterfall is located right next to the road making it easy to stop for a quick photo.

Castle Crest Wildflower Trail

If the summer wildflowers are in bloom, you'll definitely want to check out Castle Crest Wildflower Trail. This easy, half-mile walk meanders up to an...

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