We stayed at Crater Lake in Oregon on May 19 & 20, 2023. There was still a ton of snow, and most of the road around the rim was closed. Despite that, we still enjoyed magnificent views.
The Crater Lake Lodge where we stayed
The amount of snow remaining in late May was amazing
Our initial view from the lodge
Sunset
The sunset shifted from gold to red
More sunset at Crater Lake
Breakfast in the Lodge. Apparently people don’t get up as early as we do.
Wizard Island in Crater Lake
Beautiful reflection of the crater wall
Mount Thielsen in the distance