Looking at Crater Lake and Wizard Island from Discovery Point
Crater Lake inspires awe. Native Americans witnessed its formation 7,700 years ago, when a violent eruption triggered the collapse of a tall peak. Scientists marvel at its purity—fed by rain and snow, it’s the deepest lake in the USA and one of the most pristine on Earth. Artists, photographers, and sightseers gaze in wonder at its blue water and stunning setting atop the Cascade Mountain Range.
Crater Lake National Park, in partnership with the Friends of Crater Lake and Discover Klamath, will host the 11th annual “Ride the Rim” days on September 6 and 13, 2025. On these consecutive Saturdays, East Rim Drive will be open only to non-motorized recreation including biking, hiking, and running from 8 a.m.to 4 p.m.
Due to the hot, dry and breezy conditions and elevated risk for wildland fire in southern Oregon, Crater Lake National Park is entering into fire restrictions. The outlook is for above normal significant wildland fire potential for the next several months.