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Crater Lake National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

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$16.99

Free cancellation

Language: English

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: from 2 hours to 3 hours

Instant confirmation

Tour with Audioguide

e-Voucher

Why you’ll love this…

Hike to the top at Watchman Peak Trailhead
Explore the trails on Wizard Island
Walk down to Cleetwood Cove Trail
View the Phantom Ship from Sun Notch Trailhead
Admire wildflowers at Castle Crest Garden

What to expect

Begin your journey at Rim Village, marvelling at Crater Lake's vastness and learning about its volcanic origins. Venture by boat to Wizard Island, hike to its summit and enjoy stunning panoramic views.

Hike the Watchman Peak Trailhead for a scenic overview of the lake and surrounding forests. Capture breathtaking scenes at Merriam Point and explore the contrasting landscapes at Llao Rock, illustrating the volcanic forces at play. Descend the Cleetwood Cove Trail, the sole legal route to the lake's shores, for a close encounter with its pristine waters.

Ascend to Cloudcap Overlook for expansive views, then discover Pumice Castle's unique geological features. Pause at Phantom Ship Overlook to see the natural rock formation and continue to Sun Notch Trailhead for an iconic view of the Phantom Ship against the lake's deep blue waters. Drive to Applegate Peak for extensive views of the park and beyond. Visit Vidae Falls for a serene experience among cascading waters and lush greenery.

Conclude at Castle Crest Wildflower Garden, a vibrant display of native flora, rounding off your tour with a picturesque and educational journey through one of America's most iconic natural wonders.

What's included

Audio-guided tour
Map
Downloadable APP
Digital guidebook

What's not included

Food and drinks
Entrance fees
Transportation

Where

Steel Visitor Center, Munson Valley Rd, Crater Lake, OR 97604, USA

Meeting point:

The suggested starting point is Steel Visitor Center, Munson Valley Rd, Crater Lake, OR 97604. From there, audio plays automatically.

What to remember

Know in advance:

Buy once, use for one year. Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months
Please arrange for a vehicle before you take the tour. You only need to book one tour per vehicle, not per person
This is a self-guided tour; no guide will accompany you, and attraction tickets are not included. The app functions as a guide, an audio tour, and a map all in one
After booking, check your email and follow the instructions to finish setting up the tour while you have Wi-Fi/data. Please don't wait until you are on-site
Works perfectly without cellular or Wi-Fi with offline maps. The audio stories play on their own based on your location. You can start anytime and pause anywhere
Most stops along the tour have animated videos, allowing you to visualise what you cannot see, such as snapshots from different centuries or interior rooms
Temporary update: Rim Drive and North Entrance Road are closed for the season. Please note that the areas between Sun Notch Trailhead and Cloudcap Overlook at Crater Lake are temporarily closed. Visitors will need to drive back and access each section separately, as both Sun Notch and Cloudcap Overlook remain open. For additional details, visit the official Crater Lake page

Provider

ACTION TOUR GUIDE

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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Self-guided audio driving tour of Crater Lake National Park

Explore Crater Lake National Park at your own pace with a self-guided audio tour. Discover major highlights and geological wonders.

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Crater Lake National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Discover the beauty of Crater Lake on a guided tour. Explore Rim Village, Wizard Island, Watchman Peak, and more. Book now!

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