Skiing
- Crater Lake provides spectacular cross-country skiing
with several marked ski trails available in the winter at
beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels.
Trails
are patrolled by park service personnel and by ski patrol
volunteers. It is best to call ahead for trail and weather
conditions. These trails are not groomed, providing skiers
with a wilderness type backcountry experience. Always
include map and compass, waterproof clothing, extra mittens
and socks, plenty of water, and high energy food.
Snowmobiling
- Snow laden trees, open meadows, deep snow, pristine
vistas and 150 miles of well-groomed, uncluttered snowmobile
trails guarantee the ultimate winter vacation.
The magnificent scenery of this winter wonderland provides
for a truly awesome experience. With plenty of room to
get out and ride, this remote snowy region creates a perfect
winter getaway for visitors from all over the world.
After
a thrilling day of snowmobiling or skiing, return to Union
Creek Resort for a hot, delicious dinner and a good night's
sleep in a warm, comfortable bed. You'll be ready to go
out and do it all again.
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Crater
Lake Skiing Guide
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Ski
Trail
|
Length
|
Difficulty
|
Trail
Highlights
|
| Wizard
Island Overlook |
5.0
miles round trip, 2.0 miles round trip to Discovery
Point |
Beginning
Skier |
It
provides spectacular views of Crater Lake as it travels
over gentle rolling hills. |
| Mazama
Village Loop |
1.0
mile round trip |
Beginning
Skier |
It
is located near the junction of Hwy. 62 and the road
to Crater Lake. It is an easy, flat trail |
| Hemlock
Trail |
1.0
mile round trip |
Intermediate
Skier |
Rolling
journey through an ancient Mountain Hemlock forest
offers views of Crater Lake and the Klamath Basin. |
| Sun
Notch Trail |
10.0
miles round trip |
Intermediate
Skier |
Provides
a spectacular view of Crater Lake and directly overlooks
Phantom ship. During avalanche danger, use the marked
bypass route. |
| Raven
Trail |
1.0
mile one-way |
Advanced
Skier |
Begin
directly east of Crater Lake Lodge at Rim Village.
It descends steeply to park headquarters. |
| Dutton
Creek |
4.5
miles one-way |
Advanced
Skier |
This
trail descends steeply and includes several sharp
turns as it winds toward the Annie Springs area |
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