Crater Lake



I’m not sure what to say except WOW. This is a beautiful and amazing place. Today we did the driving tour and drove the rim drive all the way along the lake. We did stop and get a stamp for my Parks Passport and bought a couple books at the gift shop. We stopped at many of the overlooks and just took our time. Today I think I will let the photos do the talking. I did change the header and put in a panoramic of Crater Lake that I took today too. Hope you enjoy.







Happy Trails...................

Comments

  1. MerikaySeptember 14, 2012 at 10:57 PM

    When we were there in July the road was still closed for part of the way around. It is a most beautiful place! Enjoy.

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  2. Donna KSeptember 14, 2012 at 11:11 PM

    It is indeed a beautiful place. Glad you enjoyed your visit.

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  3. Travels with EmmaSeptember 15, 2012 at 6:10 AM

    One of these days I've got to get there to see it in person.

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  4. RV Khronicles of KevelynSeptember 15, 2012 at 7:14 AM

    Thanks for sharing the beautiful pictures. I'm so looking forward to going there someday. Enjoy your trip!

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  5. Jim and SandieSeptember 15, 2012 at 8:57 AM

    Another blogger, Carolyn, is at Crater Lake also and I've so enjoyed your pictures along with hers. When we were there the snow was still 14 feet high and it was hard to see much of the lake. And the road was certainly closed.

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  6. heyduke50September 15, 2012 at 9:07 AM

    Wow, pretty much sums up that place indeed!

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  7. Chuck and Anneke's RV travelsSeptember 15, 2012 at 9:12 AM

    You are so right, it is beautiful!

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  8. AnonymousSeptember 15, 2012 at 10:48 AM

    It looks amazing, as I was sure it would be. Wish we could be there with the two of you. As of now it looks like we will be in Junction City through Monday so we hope to see you both then. Glad to hear you are enjoying Crater Lake.

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  9. owensontheroadSeptember 15, 2012 at 3:49 PM

    It is so beautiful. Haven't been there since high school, but we will get there eventually!

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  10. RickSeptember 15, 2012 at 8:19 PM

    Thanks for the beautiful pics of Crater Lake. For some reason, we've never made it there but after seeing your photos, it's back near the top of my list.

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  11. TravelingLongdogsSeptember 16, 2012 at 10:18 AM

    Beautiful views.

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  12. Randy and TammySeptember 16, 2012 at 10:41 AM

    WOW is right! Beautiful place!

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