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Lowering the boat Cleetwood to study Crater Lake

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Lowering the Cleetwood to study Crater Lake

Crater Lake has long attracted the wonder and admiration of people all over the world. Its depth of 1,943 feet (592 meters) makes it the deepest lake in the United States, and the seventh deepest in the world. Its fresh water is some of the clearest found anywhere in the world. The interaction of people with this place is traceable at least as far back as the eruption of Mount Mazama. Founded May 22, 1902, Crater Lake National Park seeks to preserve these natural and cultural resources.

Learn more about the history and culture associated with Crater Lake by visiting our brochures page.

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Did You Know?

Did You Know?
The "Old Man" of Crater Lake is a mountain hemlock log that has been floating upright in the lake for more than 100 years! Wind currents enable the Old Man to travel to different locations around the lake.
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Last Updated: June 09, 2011 at 16:34 MST