Crater Lake National Park Family Travel Guide

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Crater Lake National Park Family Travel Tips

By Travel Expert: Candyce H. Stapen

  • See the lake from scenic stops along the 33-mile Rim Drive.
  • Take a hike on family-friendly trails like the Castle Crest Wildlife Trail.
  • Cruise the brilliantly blue lake or go fishing from Cleetwood Cove Dock.
  • Catch a play (and peek backstage) at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival.
  • Strap on your cross-country skis for a crowd-free winter visit.


Crater Lake National Park Overview

By Travel Expert: Candyce H. Stapen
Crater Lake National Park, Oregon's only national park, is in a remote area in the south-central half of the state 80 miles northeast of Medford, the nearest major city. While not a national park "superstar" (and fortunately lacking the crowds that this status brings), this park, set against the snowcapped peaks of the Cascade Mountains, has enough majestic beauty to be considered an undiscovered gem. Read More

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Hotels

from: $78

Super 8 Motel - Klamath Falls

3805 Hwy 97 N
Klamath Falls, OR 97601-9387 Map

Distance: 22.4 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 2 class stars

from: $81

Shilo Inn Klamath Falls

2500 Almond
Klamath Falls, OR 97601 Map

Distance: 23.0 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 3 class stars

from: $49

Maverick Motel

1220 Main Street
Klamath Falls, OR 97601 Map

Distance: 24.6 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 2 class stars


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Attractions

Crater Lake National Park

P.O. Box 7
Crater Lake, Oregon 97604

Distance: 26.0 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Crater Lake is widely known for its intense blue color and spectacular views. Visitors can enjoy... Read More
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Rim Village Visitor Center

P.O. Box 7
Crater Lake, Oregon 97604

Distance: 26.0 mi. (from destination center)

Description: The visitors center is the main place to go for any questions about where to go and what to do in... Read More
Expert Rated & Recommended
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Castle Crest Wildflower Garden

Crater Lake National Park, Oregon

Distance: 0.0 mi. (from destination center)

Description: This trail leads in a one mile loop that begins from Park Headquarters parking area. This trail... Read More

Airports

Major Airports near Crater Lake National Park

Distance (mi.)
Portland International Airport 211.1 map
Reno/Tahoe International Airport 239.4 map
Sacramento International Airport 268.5 map

Other Smaller Airports near Crater Lake National Park

Distance (mi.)
Klamath Falls Kingsley Field 29.2 map
Medford Jackson County Airport 53.2 map
Redmond Bend/Roberts Field 121.1 map

Flight Deals to Crater Lake National Park

Originating From
Spokane (GEG) to Portland (PDX) $150
Seattle (SEA) to Portland (PDX) $166
Sacramento (SAC) to Portland (PDX) $170
Las Vegas (LAS) to Portland (PDX) $187
San Francisco (SFO) to Portland (PDX) $231



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