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Crater Lake National Park Self-Guided Driving Tour

By WalknTours
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$22 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

Explore the stunning Crater Lake National Park at your own pace with this self-guided driving tour. Experience the majesty of the deepest lake in the US as you navigate the iconic Rim Drive, where GPS-triggered narration brings to life the park's geological wonders and rich history. Marvel at breathtaking views from scenic overlooks, hike to hidden trails, and uncover the legends of the Klamath people as you drive through this extraordinary landscape. With no groups and no schedules, enjoy the freedom to stop and explore at your leisure.

  • Self-guided tour featuring GPS-triggered narration for a personalised experience.
  • Discover key sights like Wizard Island, Phantom Ship, and stunning waterfalls.
  • Drive the 33-mile Rim Drive with breathtaking views around the caldera.
  • Duration of 3–5 hours, allowing ample time for exploration and hiking.

Activity location

  • Annie Creek Restaurant and Gift Shop
    • Crater Lake Highway
    • 97604, CRATER LAKE, Oregon, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Annie Creek Restaurant and Gift Shop
    • Crater Lake Highway
    • 97604, CRATER LAKE, Oregon, United States

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Crater Lake National Park Self-Guided Driving Tour in English

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • Opening hours: Wed 12:00 am-11:30 pm
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
NZ$22.36 x 1 TravellerNZ$22.36
Total
Price is NZ$22.36

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Self Guided Driving tour of Crater Lake National park
  • What's includedWhat's included
    The tour never expires
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Go at your own pace anytime the tour never expires
  • What's includedWhat's included
    The tour plays as you drive automatically
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    NO Fee to Enter Crater Lake National park Not Included
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    No Human Guide this is guided by our driving tour app

Know before you book

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Annie Creek Restaurant and Gift Shop

  • 5m
Begin your adventure near the park's south entrance. Pick up supplies, use the facilities, and prepare to explore one of America's most extraordinary natural wonders.

Crater Lake National Park - Steel Visitor's Center (Pass by)

Learn how William Gladstone Steel spent 17 years convincing Congress to protect Crater Lake and create America's sixth national park.

Rim Village (Pass by)

The park's main visitor hub featuring panoramic lake views, exhibits, gift shops, and the historic Crater Lake Lodge.

Watchman Peak Trailhead, Crater Lake (Pass by)

One of the park's most rewarding hikes, leading to a historic fire lookout with spectacular views of Wizard Island and the entire caldera.

Hillman Peak (Pass by)

Named after the first non-Native visitor known to have seen Crater Lake, who nearly rode his mule over the edge while searching for gold.

Merriam Point (Pass by)

One of the most iconic viewpoints in the park, offering unforgettable views of Wizard Island and Crater Lake's impossibly blue waters.

Llao Rock (Pass by)

A towering volcanic formation named after the Klamath god of the underworld and tied to the park's most famous creation legend.

Cleetwood Cove Trail (Pass by)

The only trail that reaches the lake's shoreline and departure point for Wizard Island boat tours. (Currently closed through 2029.)

Rugged Crest (Pass by)

See exposed layers of volcanic history revealing hundreds of thousands of years of eruptions in a single cliff face.

Mount Scott Trailhead (Pass by)

The trail to the highest peak in the park, rewarding hikers with sweeping views across Crater Lake and the Cascade Range.

Cloudcap Overlook (Pass by)

The highest road-accessible viewpoint in the park and one of the best places to appreciate the lake's immense depth.

Pumice Castle (Pass by)

A striking orange-and-gold volcanic formation resembling a castle rising from the caldera wall.

Phantom Ship Overlook (Pass by)

View the park's second island—a jagged rock formation that resembles a ghostly sailing ship emerging from the lake.

Sun Notch Trail (Pass by)

A short walk to one of the park's most dramatic viewpoints overlooking Phantom Ship and the southeastern lake basin.

Vidae Falls (Pass by)

A picturesque 100-foot waterfall cascading through volcanic rock and one of the most visited waterfalls in the park.

Crater Lake National Park

  • 2h 55m
Discover the storey of Crater Lake on our self guided driving tour

Location

Activity location

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    Annie Creek Restaurant and Gift Shop
    • Crater Lake Highway
    • 97604, CRATER LAKE, Oregon, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Annie Creek Restaurant and Gift Shop
    • Crater Lake Highway
    • 97604, CRATER LAKE, Oregon, United States

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