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Photo: Crater Lake,Oregon,USA. - panoramio by Roman Eugeniusz (CC BY-SA 3.0) License
Crater Lake
Lake
Rainy today
Editor's Notes
At 1,943 feet deep, Crater Lake is the deepest lake in the United States and one of the clearest in the world. It fills the collapsed caldera of Mount Mazama — a volcano that erupted and caved in about 7,700 years ago — and is fed only by rain and snow, which gives the water its astonishing deep-blue color.
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Weather at Crater Lake
44°F, Patchy rain nearby · H 52° / L 42° · 66% chance of rain3-day forecast
H: 52° L: 42°
Patchy rain nearby
44°
|
Feels like 42°
Precipitation
66%
Humidity
85%
Wind
4 mph
UV Index
0
Weather notes:
🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
45°
3 AM
43°
6 AM
42°
9 AM
44°
12 PM
52°
3 PM
50°
6 PM
48°
9 PM
44°
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Crater Lake?
- Crater Lake is a lake in Oregon.
- Can you swim at Crater Lake?
- There is no fixed answer for Crater Lake: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Crater Lake in Oregon. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.
- How is Crater Lake rated?
- Crater Lake in Oregon has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 1937 reviews.
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Location & Contact
Oregon 97604
Oregon 97604
🏞️ Best times & visiting tips
- ›Check for boat launch facilities and fees
- ›Obtain required fishing licenses before arrival
- ›Be aware of lake-specific regulations and restrictions
- ›Monitor water quality reports before swimming
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