The 10 Essentials
- A map of the area.
- A compass.
- A flashlight with extra batteries/bulb.
- Extra food.
- Extra clothing, including rain gear.
- Sunglasses and sunscreen.
- A pocketknife.
- Matches in a waterproof container.
What time should I arrive at Crater Lake?
Arrive prior to 9 a.m. to avoid the crowds. The annual average snowfall in the park is 43 feet… yes, feet! Given that the elevation of the lake's rim is 7000 to 8000 feet, snow clouds that move through the park can completely hide the lake from view, sometimes for days at a time.
How cold is the water at Crater Lake?
How cold is the water? The average temperature (below 300 feet deep) is 38°. In the summer, the surface can warm up to 55° or 60°.
How do you dress for Crater Lake?
Is there cell service at Crater Lake?
There are no cell towers in the park. Cell service is random in areas around Rim Village and the overlooks along Rim Drive. Crater Lake Lodge offers wifi only for their guests.
How do people interact with Crater Lake?
Approximately 500,000 people visit Crater Lake each year, and in the summer months visitors can participate in hiking, boat tours, trolley tours, ranger-guided programs, swimming, fishing, camping, and many other activities.
How long does it take to get to the water at Crater Lake hike?
The only way to actually reach the waters of Crater Lake is via this short two-mile round-trip hike. While the hike isn't long, you'll descend a steep 610 vertical feet (according to FATMAP, 700 vertical according to some other sources) in the one-mile walk down to the lakeshore.
How long is the walk around Crater Lake?
Hike the main trail and you'll enjoy magnificent views of the mountains surrounding the lake as you cover 33 miles of Crater Lake National Park.