3.4 mile
Garfield Peak Trail is a 3.4 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Crater Lake, Oregon that features a lake and is rated as moderate. The trail is primarily used for hiking. Crater Lake National Park charges a fee to enter.

Is Garfield Peak Open?

Difficulty: The moderate 1.5-mile-long trail to the peak gains 970 feet of elevation. Season: Open mid-July through October. The route may cross a patch of snow or two in July. Wildflowers are profuse along parts of the trail in August.

How high is Garfield Peak?

7,976′
Garfield Peak/Elevation

Can you hike down to Crater Lake?

Cleetwood Cove Trail is the only legal access to the shore of Crater Lake. Cleetwood Cove Trailhead is located on East Rim Drive, 4.6 miles from North Junction (where North Entrance Road meets West Rim Drive). Access to the trail is dependent on road status and trail conditions.

Can you go to the island in Crater Lake?

The best way to see Crater Lake is by boat! For visitors seeking to explore Wizard Island, we offer either a boat cruise or a quick shuttle ride straight to the island. There is a 2.2-mile round-trip trail (down to the boat dock and back) that drops approximately 700 ft.

What is the elevation of Crater Lake?

6,178′
Crater Lake/Surface elevation
The maximum depth of 589 m (1,932 ft) was established in 1959 by the USGS using sonar measurement. This depth is referenced at the surface elevation of 1,882 m (6,176 ft).

Can you kayak in Crater Lake?

Enjoy the lake, paddle the Canoe Trail You can fish or enjoy one of the nation’s best bird watching areas. Many people take advantage of the calm waters to canoe or kayak along the shore. Paddling is so popular, in fact, that a canoe trail was created to help find your way.

What mountains can you see from Crater Lake?

Cascade Mountains Look around Crater Lake National Park on a clear day and you will see a mountain vista with few rivals. Mount Scott, Mount Bailey and Mount Thielsen are visible from some vantage points on Rim Drive.

Why is Crater Lake so blue?

Famous for its beautiful blue color, the lake’s water comes directly from snow or rain — there are no inlets from other water sources. This means no sediment or mineral deposits are carried into the lake, helping it maintain its rich color and making it one of the cleanest and clearest lakes in the world.