No, despite some headlines in newspapers and online sites, Crater Lake National Park is not “closing” in 2026.

No, despite some headlines in newspapers and online sites, Crater Lake National Park is not “closing” in 2026.

Here's what's happening: Starting in 2026, the park will close the Cleetwood Cove Trail for repairs and improvements, and ...

Crater Lake, the deepest lake in the U.S., will be closed to swimmers, boaters, and hikers until 2029. Other parts of Crater ...

This year will be the last summer to swim and do boat tours at Crater Lake until 2029, due to construction on the lake's only accessible trail.

Crater Lake is famous for its incredible views from the towering lip of the volcanic caldera, but some visitors are there to ...