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Rim Drive

Crater Lake National Park, OR
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Type: Scenic Drives
Description: Scenic 33-mile drive which must be taken in a clockwise direction since areas of it are one-way.
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Medford, Oregon
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2013

This is one of the most beautiful, awe inspiring places I have ever been. Do not miss the lodge. The deck is the perfect place to sit and enjoy the view. The only downside, if there is one, is the mosquitoes; take repellant.

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Midlothian, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

Don't miss this gorgeous breathtaking drive around CRATER LAKE at this national park.........YOU cannot go all the way around unless you get there in JUNE through September because of 20 feet plus of snow....

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Pacific Northwest
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28 attraction reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2013

Crater Lake is a beautiful national park. You can drive around the rim of the lake & get a view from every angle. Wizard Island sits in the lake! I prefer summertime at Crater Lake because winter is cold & snowy!

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Jacksonville, Oregon
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35 reviews 35 reviews
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Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2013

We packed a few folding chairs, plastic wine glasses, wine, food and patience. There are pull outs that allow you to simply sit and take in the view around the perimteter of the lake. I recommend this drive for those who simply need a shift in their thinking......

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Butte Falls, Oregon, United States
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21 attraction reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2013

Breath taking views all around the rim. If one takes the trolly than sit back and relax while someone else drives and tells you about the history of the lake. Great thing to do.

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Ashland, Oregon
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5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 February 2013

This mountain lake filling a volcano's caldera is really one of the "must see" experiences of any trip to southern Oregon. It's a two-hour drive east on Hwy 62 out of Medford and is worth the drive!

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BONANZA
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26 attraction reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 January 2013

There are tons of pull-outs to get off the road and see the lake. If you are taking photos, and start your drive in the morning, head along the east drive and go counter clockwise around the lake. You won't be sorry for the views. At the northend of the lake, you take take a boat ride, but have to... More

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Las Vegas, Nevada
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42 attraction reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 December 2012

The Rim Drive has many pull-offs to take in the beauty of Crater Lake. Take advantage of each because there is a different aspect to see. Part of the Rim Drive was closed during our visit due to snow - didn't take away from the spots to view the lake.

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Klamath Falls, Oregon
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25 reviews 25 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 December 2012

There is beauty everywhere, and it takes a whole day to see the park. The rangers are helpful and nice.

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Shady Cove, Oregon
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3 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 December 2012

Easy access, beautiful views, so fun to see snow in the summer! Can't wait to go back! It's wonderful that the park admission is good for 3 days.

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