Crater Lake National Park Tour
About The Tour
Explore the spectacular beauty of Oregon’s Crater Lake! On Shaka Guide’s Crater Lake National Park Tour, we’ll guide you around the rim of this breathtaking sapphire gem and point out the best views and trails in the park. As you drive, we'll tell you the fascinating history of this region, ...
Show MoreHere are just a few of the fun things you can do on the tour!
• Explore Rim Village for stunning panoramic views of Crater Lake, along with visitor amenities, historic buildings, and interpretive exhibits.
• Ascend the Watchman Trail for unparalleled vistas of Crater Lake and Wizard Island from the historic fire lookout at Watchman Overlook.
• Enjoy sweeping, unobstructed views of the deep blue Crater Lake and surrounding caldera from Merriam Point Overlook.
• Hike the Cleetwood Cove Trail to reach the only legal access point to the shores of Crater Lake, perfect for swimming, fishing, and boat tours.
• Wander through lush forests on the Plaikni Falls Trail to discover the serene and picturesque Plaikni Falls, a hidden gem within Crater Lake National Park.
Sample Tour Audio
Press to Play: Lucky Dog
The Old Man of the Lake
Secret Underwater Garden
Tour Stops
Merriam Point Overlook
Castle Crest Wildflower Trail
Vidae Falls
Sun Notch Trail
Pinnacles Overlook & Trail
Plaikni Falls Trail
Phantom Ship Overlook
Cloudcap Overlook
Skell Head Overlook
Cleetwood Cove Trail
Steel Bay Viewpoint
Mazama Village
Watchman Overlook & Trail
Sinnott Memorial Overlook
Discovery Point Trail
Rim Visitor Center
Crater Lake Lodge
Rim Village Cafe and Gift Shop
Steel Information Center
Godfrey Glen Trail
Annie Creek Canyon Overlook
Customer Reviews
Hawaii
We used the Shaka Guide for our Hawaii vacation and absolutely loved it. The audio tours are very informative and entertaining and the music selection is fun and relaxing. Using your gps location to guide you to interesting stops while sharing local history and fun storytelling is brilliant. I especially appreciated the way it guided us to the starting point of the tour from our hotel. The helpful tips about where to fill up with gas, stop for food and restrooms was also very helpful. Well worth the price and would highly recommend. Especially if driving the Road to Hana.
JR_BIM | 11 hours ago | iOSGreat App
We first used this app in Kauai in Jun 2026 it was a lot of fun and we learned a lot. We are looking forward to using Shaka Guides wherever they are available. Keep up the great work.
gjphillips | 11 hours ago | iOSInformative, Entertaining & a Bargain
We love Shaka Guide! We started using it in Maui years ago and just used it again in some of Utah’s Mighty 5. Well worth the price. It’s so easy, informative and entertaining. It’s loaded with suggestions on what to see and what to skip depending on your time constraints. Just sit back and enjoy. You don’t have to be reading about what you’re looking at or guessing at what you’re seeing. It gives you the history, geology and back stores to everything. I’m sure you’ll love it as much as our whole family does!
Coral Reef Man | 11 hours ago | iOSThe Road to Hana
This guide came highly recommended from a friend. It made our day SO easy and so enjoyable! The guide is incredibly accurate and helpful!
Myfatherisaking | 11 hours ago | iOSTotally Worth Getting!
User-friendly directions using the app and download before starting your adventure. You truly have your own personal guide for this amazing experience. Cheaper than an actual tour and way more convenient, and way more informative than trying to figure everything out yourself. Loved the narration, the turn-by-turn navigation, and the music in between! Will definitely buy more tours!
Darilyn G | 11 hours ago | iOSAwesome
Very informative and funny. Did an awesome job thanks
Kevin&Kathryn | 11 hours ago | iOSExplore with Shaka
The Shaka Guide has truly given our family trips an additional level of enjoyment. From the stories to the trails to the food places, and don’t forget the history lessons. If you are on the fence wondering if it’s worth it, and you are reading this - get it! You will not be disappointed. We were traveling with family in multiple cars and we all had the Shaka guide for Yellowstone and it was fun to stop at different places and say “wasn’t that story cool” or “I had no idea we were driving IN a caldera”. We found some amazing side quests that honestly we would have skipped if not for Shaka. Learning about the history of Yellowstone while driving through Yellowstone gives an extra appreciation for its land and its existence. Thank you Shaka!
Sand_Laila | 11 hours ago | iOSRoad to Hana with the narrator/guide is outstanding, it’s a must have!
We used this app for the road to Hana and it was outstanding! Everything was on point and way more informative than I expected. It was definitely worth the money for the day, it’s like having your own private tour guide. Certain things that I already did research on wasn’t nearly as informative than this tour with our narrator/guide.
Mikey B 809 | 11 hours ago | iOSAbsolutely loved having this walk us through Arches National Park! Great information both about the features and logistics!
Molly Daniel | 1 day ago | AndroidAwesome addition
This is such a huge upgrade to Yellowstone and the Tetons. It makes you feel like a pro driving around and the bonus stories and material is great. The directions are also nice since cell signal is spotty. Highly recommend. Please make more of these, Shaka!!!
Cyradia | 2 days ago | iOSWhat is there to do in Crater Lake National Park?
Crater Lake National Park offers a variety of activities! You can explore the park's stunning scenery by hiking on trails like the Garfield Peak Trail or the Rim Trail, which offer breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding landscape. Scenic d...
Show MoreWhat is there to do in Crater Lake National Park?
Crater Lake National Park offers a variety of activities! You can explore the park's stunning scenery by hiking on trails like the Garfield Peak Trail or the Rim Trail, which offer breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding landscape. Scenic drives around Rim Drive provide numerous viewpoints to take in the deep blue waters of Crater Lake and the surrounding caldera. During the summer, you can also take a boat tour on the lake to see Wizard Island and learn about the lake's volcanic history. Check out Shaka Guide’s Crater Lake National Park Tour for 20 must-see stops in the park.
When is Crater Lake National Park Open?
Crater Lake National Park is open year-round, but the accessibility and services vary by season. The park’s main road, Rim Drive, is generally open from late June to mid-October, depending on snow conditions. The park’s visitor center and some fac...
Show MoreWhen is Crater Lake National Park Open?
Crater Lake National Park is open year-round, but the accessibility and services vary by season. The park’s main road, Rim Drive, is generally open from late June to mid-October, depending on snow conditions. The park’s visitor center and some facilities are open year-round, but services may be limited during the winter months. Snow may impact travel and access during the winter, so it’s a good idea to check current conditions on the park’s website before planning a visit.
Where is Crater Lake National Park Located?
Crater Lake National Park is located in southern Oregon, USA. It is situated in the Cascade Range and is known for its stunning, deep blue lake formed in the caldera of a collapsed volcano. The major city closest to Crater Lake National Park is Me...
Show MoreWhere is Crater Lake National Park Located?
Crater Lake National Park is located in southern Oregon, USA. It is situated in the Cascade Range and is known for its stunning, deep blue lake formed in the caldera of a collapsed volcano. The major city closest to Crater Lake National Park is Medford, Oregon, which is approximately 75 miles west of the park. Portland, Oregon, is approximately 250 miles from Crater Lake National Park. The drive typically takes about 4.5 to 5.5 hours. Shaka Guide’s Crater Lake National Park Tour has four starting points located outside that park. Download the tour to learn more.
What is an Audio Tour Guide?
Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here's how it works:
- GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk.
- Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
What is an Audio Tour Guide?
Think of us as your personal tour guide in an app. Our tours provide everything a guided tour does, but with the freedom to explore on your terms. Here's how it works:
- GPS triggers audio narration to play automatically as you drive or walk. Listen to stories, get local insights, visit must-see stops and get turn-by-turn navigation.
- The app works offline so even with spotty service we'll get you where you need to go.
- The app works offline so even with spotty service we'll get you where you need to go.
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