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Oregon's underrated alternative to Crater Lake is a tiny mountain gem with crystal-clear water

Though it's not quite as large as Crater Lake, this spot south of Mt. Hood offers stunning water views, nearby trails, and ...
The Bulletin

This endangered newt is found only at Crater Lake. The Oregon Zoo is trying to save it.

The Oregon Zoo, in partnership with the National Park Service and the High Desert Museum, has rescued 19 Mazama newts from Crater Lake National Park in an attempt to save the species from extinction.
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Crater Lake National Park: Oregon’s deepest lake and scenic gem

Crater Lake National Park is not only home to the deepest lake in the United States but also serves as a breathtaking natural landmark in Oregon. Known for its strikingly blue waters and dramatic ...
Quanta Magazine

Mixing Is the Heartbeat of Deep Lakes. At Crater Lake, It’s Slowing Down.

On a radiant July afternoon, a pair of scientists hung their heads off the side of a boat and peered into the brilliant blue water of a lake known for its clarity. They were watching for the exact ...
Oregonian

Visitors scramble to catch final days of these Crater Lake excursions before 3-year closure

Tourist Jeremy Tran almost missed one of the last boat rides on Crater Lake before the marina closes until 2029. On Tuesday, Tran fell behind as his four siblings raced down a steep trail to reach the ...
Oregonian

The mysterious ‘Old Man of the Lake’ and other Crater Lake secrets

Crater Lake’s stunning blue waters are just the beginning of what makes this natural wonder so captivating. Beneath the surface – both literally and figuratively – lies a world of mysteries, strange ...