Title: Things to Do in Crater Lake in 2026 | Expedia.com [Crater Lake Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Crater-Lake.dx6343233)[Hotels in Crater Lake](https://expedia.com/Crater-Lake-Hotels.d6343233.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Crater Lake](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Crater-Lake.d6343233.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Crater Lake](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Crater-Lake.d6343233.Car-Rental-Guide)[Crater Lake Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Crater-Lake.d6343233.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Crater Lake ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Crater Lake Types of activities [Crater Lake Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Crater-Lake.dx6343233) ![Crater lake National Park, Oregon, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6343233/53fca8ec-4f60-47af-bc60-99aa0d2cb106.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The view of the lake from watchman trail. Really cool hike and definitely worth it. #lake #oregon #nature #pretty](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6343233/03edad25-3222-461c-86a2-7da6622075d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Perched in the rim of crater lake was this snow hawk. The t-shirt weather was turning the snow to slush fairly quickly, so I'm not entirely sure how long he'd been there or how long he'd stay after I was gone. I would imagine that he's gone by now. Flown south for another summer, likely never to return. #nationalpark](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6343233/ed116afc-5712-4c1e-a0a0-c5ecbce1fc4b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![I know this isn't the only picture of crater lake on here, but I think it's one of the best I took on my most recent roadtrip, a tour of the pacific northwest. The clear but cloudy sky reflected perfectly in the pool of crater lake and the clusters of snow and ice were just barely clinging to the shaded sides of the mountains late in June. Wizard Island looks snow-free, but wandering to the other side showed that the snows still clung to its rocky crags. I don't know too much about when to and when not to visit, but late June worked out very well for me. Just enough snow and just enough shorts-weather. #nationalpark](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6343233/deb0af07-7c66-4782-b98d-323dfb69ca75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Water monitoring station at Cleetwood Clove. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6343233/35b05345-ad15-409e-a8fd-0b19d7e7d13e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Crater Lake | Number of things to do | 4 | | ------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Crater Lake National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour](/things-to-do/crater-lake-national-park-self-guided-driving-audio-tour.a48578784.activity-details): $16 | | Top 5 things to do | [Self Guided Driving Audio Tour in Crater Lake](/things-to-do/self-guided-driving-audio-tour-in-crater-lake.a50086106.activity-details)[Crater Lake National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour](/things-to-do/crater-lake-national-park-self-guided-driving-audio-tour.a48578784.activity-details)[Crater Lake National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour](/things-to-do/crater-lake-national-park-audio-tour-guide.a49471346.activity-details)[US West National Parks Driving and Walking Audio Tour Bundle](/things-to-do/us-west-national-parks-driving-and-walking-audio-tour-bundle.a51649679.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Self Guided Driving Audio Tour in Crater Lake](/things-to-do/self-guided-driving-audio-tour-in-crater-lake.a50086106.activity-details)[Crater Lake National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour](/things-to-do/crater-lake-national-park-self-guided-driving-audio-tour.a48578784.activity-details)[Crater Lake National Park Self-Guided Audio Tour](/things-to-do/crater-lake-national-park-audio-tour-guide.a49471346.activity-details) | | With kids | | ## What to do in Crater Lake --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Crater Lake? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Crater Lake ![Crater lake view](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635936287194/6b68ce89-3cee-4f5b-b24e-cf9fbef44ab0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Crater Lake 5/5(60 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Crater Lake during your travels in Crater Lake. Stroll along the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints. [](https://expedia.com/Crater-Lake-Crater-Lake.d553248635936287194.Vacation-Attraction) ![Eagle Cove from the Visitors Center in Crater Lake National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532642034/145c0246-ea49-46ab-b18c-5bfec79a0e3c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rim Visitor Center 4.5/5(47 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Rim Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Crater Lake. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints. [](https://expedia.com/Rim-Visitor-Center-Crater-Lake.d553248621532642034.Vacation-Attraction) ![The Pinnacles, Crater Lake, Oregon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/637910805670879232/84f67d2d-68cc-40d8-9014-b7ed239196f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Pinnacles Explore the great outdoors at The Pinnacles, a lovely green space in Crater Lake. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and waterfalls. [](https://expedia.com/The-Pinnacles-Crater-Lake.d637910805670879232.Vacation-Attraction) ![Assorted flowers along the meadow path of the Castle Crest Wildflower Trail in Crater Lake National Park. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532642268/a3d294f6-5615-4b9e-b847-21c1668cac86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Castle Creek Wildflower Trail 5/5(1 review) You can take time to visit Castle Creek Wildflower Trail during your travels to Crater Lake. Wander the lakeside and forest while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Castle-Creek-Wildflower-Trail-Crater-Lake.d553248621532642268.Vacation-Attraction) #### Annie Creek Canyon Trail 5/5(4 reviews) You can take time to visit Annie Creek Canyon Trail during your travels to Crater Lake. Wander the lakeside and forest while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Annie-Creek-Canyon-Trail-Crater-Lake.d553248621532642266.Vacation-Attraction) #### Crater Lake Superintendent's Residence 4.5/5(7 reviews) Find out about the history of Crater Lake when you take a trip to Crater Lake Superintendent's Residence. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and waterfalls. [](https://expedia.com/Crater-Lake-Superintendents-Residence-Crater-Lake.d6090375.Vacation-Attraction) #### Steel Visitor Center Explore the great outdoors at Steel Visitor Center, a lovely green space in Crater Lake. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints. [](https://expedia.com/Steel-Visitor-Center-Crater-Lake.d553248635998122510.Vacation-Attraction) #### Cleetwood Cove Trailhead 5/5(4 reviews) You can take time to visit Cleetwood Cove Trailhead during your travels to Crater Lake. Discover the area's volcano viewpoints and waterfalls. [](https://expedia.com/Cleetwood-Cove-Trailhead-Crater-Lake.d553248621561869711.Vacation-Attraction) #### Pumice Desert Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pumice Desert during your travels in Crater Lake. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's volcano viewpoints. [](https://expedia.com/Pumice-Desert-Crater-Lake.d637910141360234496.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Crater Lake ![Mt. Thielsen’s steep summit spire was formed via glacial erosion after the volcano ceased erupting. It’s seen here towering over Diamond Lake from neighboring volcano, Mt. Bailey. Bailey itself is much younger and as such is more rounded on the summit - it has not been as whittled by ice. Discoveries like these are why my husband and two dogs and I have been on the road for three months in our van! #adventure](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/118000/e0a68e0c-b317-4664-b228-1666d8980425.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Idleyld Park ![Sunset Landscape High Cascade Mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/148530/5e9edeab-8e9f-4279-a8ce-bcd859e5f930.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Prospect ![Aerial view of Chemult Spirit Creek Falls in Frenchie Falls river park, Oregon, United States.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050140/73d9515c-37da-46a1-ab10-f6eff40495d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Chemult ![Grazing beef steers with mountains in the background](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051124/9f7aec6b-0411-42f3-988e-09a7c6ab4df3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Chiloquin ![scenery at Klamanth falls town and lake ewauna oregon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054382/d64af087-1df2-416d-b179-7884dd1a9af0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Klamath Falls ![The ridge at Marmot Pass](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6351125/06fc69bd-ca27-450a-aab4-caae5cee3816.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Gilchrist ![Wood River](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000454107/5306bb7b-de61-4d3b-9845-8f7880581a57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Fort Klamath ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Crater Lake worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Crater Lake? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Crater Lake? ### Is three days enough to stay in Crater Lake? ### What are some activities to do in Crater Lake with kids? ### What to do in Crater Lake for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Crater Lake? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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