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Crater Lake
Caldera lake in Oregon, United States
About Crater Lake
Crater Lake is a volcanic crater lake in south-central Oregon in the Western United States. It is the main feature of Crater Lake National Park and is a tourist attraction known for its deep blue color and water clarity. The lake partly fills a 2,148-foot-deep (655 m) caldera that was formed around 7,700 (± 150) years ago by the collapse of the volcano Mount Mazama. No rivers flow into or out of the lake; the evaporation is compensated for by rain and snowfall at a rate such that the total amount of water is replaced every 150 years.
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Best time to visit
Best time to go: June – August
Midday highs, based on last year's weather. Green months have comfortable temperatures and few rainy days.
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Questions about Crater Lake
Where is Crater Lake?
Crater Lake is in United States. The nearest city is Klamath Falls, about 85 km away.
When is the best time to visit Crater Lake?
The most comfortable months to visit Crater Lake are June – August: pleasant temperatures and few rainy days, based on last year's weather.
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