Watchman Overlook

Watchman Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Watchman Overlook

Hiking

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Road cycling

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Crater Lake National Park

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Location: Klamath County, Oregon, United States

Tips

November 12, 2022

Hiking

From the Watchman Overlook, you have a great view towards Wizard Island and Crater Lake itself. It is also the starting point for the hike up to the Watchman, an old fire tower with a stunning panoramic view.

Caro "LadyOutdoors"

January 17, 2024

Road cycling

From the Watchman Overlook, you have a great view towards Wizard Island and Crater Lake itself. If you are willing to leave your bike for some minutes, this is also the starting point for the hike up to the Watchman, an old fire tower with a stunning panoramic view.

Teri S

October 11, 2024

Hiking

If you are only going to stop at one viewpoint at Crater Lake, this one is at the top of the list! The view of Wizard Island is one of the best you'll get.

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