Crater Lake National Park · OR
Garfield Peak (Crater Lake)
Moderate · Day hike · Best in Summer, Fall
Length
3.6 mi
Gain
1,000 ft
Scenery
★★★★★
About this trail
The best Crater Lake viewpoint without a backcountry permit. Climbs from Rim Village to an 8,054-ft summit with the entire caldera at your feet.
Highlights
- Caldera-top panorama
- Wizard Island view
- Klamath Basin distant view
Get there
Start: Trailhead · 42.9119, -122.1456
Open driving directions in Google Maps →Along the way
- Crater Lake Rim Village@ mile 0· 7,100 ft
- Crater Lake (entire)@ mile 0
- Garfield Peak summit@ mile 1.7· 8,054 ft
- Wizard Island view@ mile 1.7
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