Crater Lake #800

Crater Lake Trail #800 begins at the parking lot on the north end of Overland Reservoir. It follows the shoreline of the reservoir for approximately one mile then turns and parallels Cow Creek through a large open area known as Elk Park. It is almost entirely in the open, offering wide open views. However, it is not well marked and can be confusing in the spring when the vegetation has overgrown the trail. It eventually crosses Cow Creek, which can be a difficult crossing during spring run-off but improves in late summer. After crossing the creek the trail enters spruce/fir forest until it reaches Crater Lake. Mosquitoes can be very thick until late in the summer. The weather can change quickly and dramatically in this area, with thunderstorms occurring most afternoons in the late summer, be prepared. In the evening and early morning elk and deer can be seen grazing in the open park. 

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