Why is Crater Lake a must-see?
Having been there a couple of times, and camped all my life all over the west, I am surprised every time I see it on someone's itinerary. The drive there is nice (no matter which route you take)....
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Been there. Nice view. Probably will not go back.
The NPS has a de facto look but do not touch policy for the lake itself. You cannot put your own boat (canoe, kayak) into the lake. They say fishing is allowed, but restrict fishing to a 1/4 mile stretch of shoreline. Only one trail down to the lake. Neither campground has a lake view. I enjoy nearby Klamath Lake more. More wildlife, fishing, boating, hiking access.
The NPS has a de facto look but do not touch policy for the lake itself. You cannot put your own boat (canoe, kayak) into the lake. They say fishing is allowed, but restrict fishing to a 1/4 mile stretch of shoreline. Only one trail down to the lake. Neither campground has a lake view. I enjoy nearby Klamath Lake more. More wildlife, fishing, boating, hiking access.
