Crater Lake National Park

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.
Map showing location of park.
Heatley Kevin
Kevin Heatley selected as superintendent of Crater Lake National Park
SAN FRANCISCO – The National Park Service (NPS) has selected Kevin Heatley to serve as the superintendent of Crater Lake National Park beginning January 2025.
Fall 2024 Prescribed Burns Planned
Crater Lake National Park Fire Management staff are implementing three prescribed fire projects in the park this fall.
A view of Crater Lake and Wizard Island
Photo by NPS Photo
a view of Phantom Ship and Chaski Bay
Photo by NPS Photo
a view of Crater Lake from the lakeshore
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Crater Lake as seen from the summit of Mt. Scott
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water flowing over Vidae Falls
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wildflowers on Wizard Island
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A view of Crater Lake in the winter
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Clouds in the Crater Lake Caldera
Photo by NPS Photo