What is the Crater Lake Rim Drive? The Crater Lake Rim Drive is a route that laps the lake, traversing 33 miles. Along the ...

If you’re at all familiar with the geography of Crater Lake, you’ll know that the lake is surrounded by mountainous peaks that comprise the “rim” around the lake. Cruising along Rim Drive ...

Crater Lake sits in a rugged portion of the Cascade Range and is famous for its deep, jewel-blue water. An impressive 20-mile ring of cliffs encloses the basin and adds to its magnificence. About a ...

In years past, even the Park Service proposed drilling a tunnel and blasting roads down to Crater Lake. And a local congressman, inspired by a visit to Disneyland, once proposed a giant aerial gondola ...

Today, you can admire Crater Lake National Park's rich blue water and towering mountains during a boat or trolley tour, a scenic drive along the rim or a hike on one of its many trails.

Hiking portions of the Rim Trail is a highlight, some say. Others recommend the trolley tour. Food options are limited but reviewers typically recommend grabbing a bite at Crater Lake Lodge (but ...