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Crater Lake is the namesake lake of Crater Lake National Park. This impressive, awe-inspiring lake sits in the crater of a volcano where it was formed when a violent volcanic eruption caused the peak to collapse nearly 8,000 years ago.
The lake is the deepest in the United States and has an unparalleled purity. Due to its location high in the Cascade Mountains, views of the lake are sometimes obstructed by clouds so it is advisable to check the park website or ranger station before heading to the lake. Summer activities include hiking and boat tours of the lake whereas in wintertime, many guests explore the park on ranger-led snowshoe trails and by cross-country skiing.
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