Crater Lake National Park

Long-Distance Hiking Trails Offer Room For Biodiversity Corridors

As climate change continues to alter habitats for plants and animals, and as the call for a national biodiversity strategy gets louder, the country's long-distance hiking trails could prove to be valuable corridors for species.

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By Kurt Repanshek - March 27th, 2022 2:45am

Repairs Planned For Cleetwood Trail And Marina At Crater Lake

It's no secret that planning to visit a national park should begin at least six months before your visit, and a year in advance might not be too outlandish. With that timeline in mind, know that boat tours at Crater Lake National Park in Oregon might not run in 2024 or 2025 if needed work to the Cleetwood Trail and marina are approved by the National Park Service.

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By Compiled From N... - January 20th, 2022 2:45am

Photography In The National Parks: Fun Fact Photography, Part 2

Contributing photographer Rebecca Latson continues last month’s theme of fun facts you can learn about photos you capture of things you see in a national park. Rebecca also provides tips on how to make those interesting shots even more interesting to your viewers.

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By Rebecca Latson - August 24th, 2021 4:00am

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Around The Parks: Fire Restrictions, Openings And Closures, Festivals, Commemorations, And Requests For Public Comment

With so many units in the National Park System, there’s always something going on. Here’s a roundup of recent parks news as of June 25, 2021.

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By Rebecca Latson - June 25th, 2021 9:30am

National Parks Traveler Checklist: Crater Lake National Park

Considered the deepest lake in the U.S., with impossibly blue water from which a cinder cone rises, Crater Lake National Park is aptly described by the National Park Service as “deep water in a sleeping volcano.” If you are thinking of traveling to this awe-inspiring park in Oregon, the Traveler’s Checklist will help you plan your trip and make the most of your visit.

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By Rebecca Latson - June 2nd, 2021 1:45am

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National Parks Quiz And Trivia #31 – May Notables

In addition to the month of May being notable for Mother’s Day and Memorial Day, it’s also the month in which Glacier, Carlsbad, and Crater Lake national parks were established, as well as the founding of the National Parks Conservation Association and the Sierra Club. So, guess what this quiz and trivia piece is all about?

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By Rebecca Latson - May 21st, 2021 2:00am

National Park Service And Illuminating Engineering Society To Develop Night Sky-Friendly Lighting Standards

What better way to celebrate International Dark Sky Week than with and announcement that the National Park Service is teaming up with Illuminating Engineering Society to develop night sky-friendly lighting standards that will improve outdoor lighting in national parks without affecting your ability to stargaze.

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By Rebecca Latson - April 9th, 2021 4:15am

National Parks Quiz And Trivia #28: The Spring Wildflower Edition

Spring has sprung, so this quiz and trivia piece is about spring wildflowers you’ll see in the national parks. Dust out those mental cobwebs and test your knowledge while maybe learning something new in the process.

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By Rebecca Latson - April 9th, 2021 4:00am

National Parks Quiz And Trivia #26 – Superlatives

The National Park System is full of superlatives: the biggest, the smallest, the longest, the deepest, the rarest, the tallest, and on and on. National Parks Quiz and Trivia #26 takes a look at some of these superlatives while testing your knowledge and teaching you a little something you might not have known.

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By Rebecca Latson - March 9th, 2021 6:20am

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Photography In The National Parks: My 10 Fave Shots from 2020

Every New Year, the Traveler’s Rebecca Latson keeps a tradition of showing her favorite shots captured during her national park photo travels of the previous year. In this month’s column, Rebecca reviews her 10 favorite images from 2020, telling us why she likes those particular shots and how she captured them. Maybe her favorites places are already yours, or maybe they will be new favorites for you to photograph.

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By Rebecca Latson - January 26th, 2021 7:21am

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The easiest way to explore RV-friendly National Park campgrounds.

The Essential RVing Guide to the National Parks

Here’s the definitive guide to National Park System campgrounds where RVers can park their rigs.

Our app is packed with RVing- specific details on more than 250 campgrounds in more than 70 national parks.

You’ll also find stories about RVing in the parks, tips helpful if you’ve just recently become an RVer, and useful planning suggestions.

The Essential RVing Guide to the National Parks