CRATER LAKE, Ore. -- Crater Lake's translucent surface and dark, cold depths make for a scene of striking beauty. It is a place of moody moments, and like countless visitors, I am overwhelmed by its ...

Note: The sole boat tour operator in the park – Explore Crater Lake – will not be running its tours in 2025 nor 2026. Oregon's lone national park, Crater Lake, is arguably one of the most beautiful ...

If you’re planning to explore the Crater Lake area, you’ll find more than just the national park itself to enjoy. The surrounding region is filled with state parks that offer stunning views, hiking ...

CRATER LAKE, Ore.--One of the tourist signs at an overlook here is as striking as the scenery: "You are standing in a volcano." Yet the implicit danger of the sign seems to get washed away by the ...

Formed after Mount Mazama collapsed, Crater Lake is known for its vivid blue water and exceptional clarity. Visitors enjoy hiking, snowshoeing, fishing, and scenic viewpoints.

There is no more wondrous place to snowshoe in southern Oregon than Crater Lake National Park, where the elevated volcanic landscape and rim views of the pristine blue water make the deepest lake in ...

Even as temperatures start to drop with the approaching fall, there’s nothing like cooling off during a strenuous hike with a cold plunge in a high-altitude lake. Colorado offers many an adventure, ...

Home to Crater Lake National Park, outdoor warriors will love choosing from a smorgasbord of 360 state parks in Oregon.