We were studying geographical terms and decided one year to vacation at Crater Lake. Our now 4 year old still remembers what a crater is! It was perfect for expanding on our studies about volcanoes, craters, lakes, etc.
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Have you ever seen water so blue and clear???
Just magnificent!
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Isn't he just so cute? Look at those cheeks!
When I was a kid, our family visited Crater Lake.
I sat on the stone wall around the rim and one ran right across my lap!
They also hung around my feet!
I thought it was so neat and it has always been a fond memory.
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So of course it was special to me that our kids
got to see a chipmunk so up close!
Some people feed them by hand...
which of course makes them so used to people...
but one must use caution (naturally) because
this still is a wild critter and could bite.
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See that dark spot? That's the Old Man of the Lake.
We were so excited that we saw him!
The lake is tremendous in size so rare is the glimpse of this guy!
There is a ton of information about the lake and
the rangers give really informative talks about the whole area.
Crater Lake is a MUST visit!
Cost: FREE! But you do need a park pass.
Important:
Make sure you have all your necessary gear!
Make sure you have all your necessary gear!
Tips:
If you plan on camping at Crater Lake, make reservations far in advance! Otherwise, there are other campgrounds not too far away that we found to be pretty vacant (they did have camp hosts).
Food and other items in the neighboring mini-mart were priced pretty steep! So be well prepared!
Restrooms:
Are available.
Extra:
There are lots of birds to enjoy!
The chipmunks like people... we observed them liking sunflower seeds!
Best Time of Year:
Probably Spring, Summer, Fall... but be sure to check weather conditions before you plan your trip!
Ages:
All
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