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.

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

Important to know

Know in advance:

This is a self-guided tour; no guide will accompany you. The Action Tour Guide app functions as a guide, an audio tour, and a map all in one
Please arrange for a vehicle before you take the tour. You only need to book one tour per vehicle, not per person
After booking the tour, search your email for the phrase "Set up your self-guided tour now." Follow these instructions immediately 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 visualize what you cannot see, such as snapshots from different centuries or interior rooms
This tour is valid for one year - from the moment of booking. You can use it multiple times over multiple trips
This tour is an audio tour guide and not an attraction entrance ticket

Cancellation policy

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

Audio-guided tour
Downloadable APP
Digital guidebook

Food and drinks
Entrance fees
Transportation

Booking fee

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

Location

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

Meeting point:

This is a self-guided experience and not an entrance ticket. It begins at the GPS-marked starting point at the Steel Visitor Center Munson Valley Rd, Crater Lake, OR 97604. Before you start your tour, make sure you download the Action Tour Guide app, enter your unique password, and download your tour. These steps require a good data/wifi connection. Instructions will be sent to your email. From there, simply follow the audio instructions and the route.