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Last chance to swim in Crater Lake

Crater Lake, deepest lake in US, to close to swimmers and boaters for over 2 years

Those wanting to recreate in the deepest lake in the U.S. will need to schedule a visit soon, before access closes for two years.

USA TODAY on MSN · 2d

Crater Lake, deepest U.S. lake, closing to swimming, boat tours in 2026: What to know

This summer will be the last chance to swim or take a boat tour in the waters of Crater Lake for an extended period.

Seattle Times · 1d

This summer is your last chance to swim in Crater Lake for years

Crews will be rehabilitating the Cleetwood Cove Trail that leads down to the lake, as well as the Cleetwood Marina, where visitors can access the water and catch boat tours to Wizard Island.

KOIN 62d

Crater Lake closing to swimmers, boaters for 3 years starting in 2026

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Crater Lake’s most popular trail and the only one that has access to the water will be closed to the public for up to three years for construction, beginning in 2026 ...

U.S. News & World Report4mon

Crater Lake National Park

Note: The sole boat tour operator in the park – Explore Crater Lake – will not be running ... trolley tours and fishing in the warmer months. In winter, the park becomes a destination for ...

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