How many days for Crater Lake?

Hello,

We%26#39;ll be in Oregon in late August. We have two weeks to play with - how many days should we devote to Crater Lake? We are outdoorsy and like hiking and scenery. Also, since we%26#39;ll be coming from the coast, is there a good midpoint worth stopping for a night? Any advice and recommendations will be most appreciated.

Thanks!

Chuck

How many days for Crater Lake?

Well for sure Crate Lake should not be focal point of your trip In two weeks, one day there is enough in my view. If you like hiking many better places. In Crater Lake you may be jus walking around lak and it is easy to drive.

Some nice hikes on Rogue River near Union Creek where roads does not go.

Crater Lake is our one National Park and truly a grand place, but we have many other places that are equal or better, oregon Coast, Columbia Gorge, Mt St Helens, Newberry Crater to name a few

How many days for Crater Lake?

What route are you coming from the Coast- North or South? That will help decide where to stop.

Agree with phril- one day is good enough for Crater Lake- the only trail I would recomend, if you like a workout, is Cleetwood Cove Trail- down to the bottom of Crater Lake and make sure to do the boat tour if you are in to that sort of thing. It is worth the admission price, in my opinion.

Thanks for the advice so far. I believe we%26#39;ll coming from the south, either from Coos Bay or the California border. We haven%26#39;t decided yet.

Thanks again,

Chuck

One full day is good, IMO. I would suggest either staying the night before or arriving early, so you can get tickets on the boat tour. Those sell out fairly early. The tour is very good, IMO. Then you can spend the afternoon driving the rim and having a drink or meal in the lodge.

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