CRATER LAKE, Ore. (AP) — National park officials have temporarily closed Crater Lake to scuba diving over the threat of invasive species. Park officials announced Wednesday that the closure will ...

Everyone's on the hunt for the next hidden gem. And according to Tripadvisor reviewers, the next big thing is hiding in the Pacific Northwest. In July, Places to Travel dropped its new study that ...

In this episode of the Explore Oregon Podcast, host Zach Urness and outdoors intern Mariah Johnston talk about how to swim, boat and fish in the waters of Crater Lake National Park for the last time ...

The volcanic crater lake attracts thousands of visitors each year. Those wanting to enjoy the deepest lake in the U.S. will need to schedule a visit soon, before access closes for more than two years.

A short walk leads to Little Crater Lake, a tiny spring-fed pool near Mount Hood and Tomothy Lake with vivid colors and easy access.

Crater Lake's only legal water access point, Cleetwood Cove, will close from 2026-2029 for renovations. The final boat tour from Cleetwood Cove before the closure will be on Sept. 14. Nestled within ...

Those wanting to enjoy the deepest lake in the U.S. will need to schedule a visit soon, before access closes for more than two years. The National Park Service is cutting off access to Cleetwood Cove ...