| What is it? |
The older of two fire lookouts in Crater Lake National Park! |
| What makes it historical? |
Designed by Francis Lange and constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps between 1931 and 1933, this lookout tower was designed to keep a sharp watch over the surrounding countryside! The big, glass windows on all sides gave rangers an unobstructed 360° view for miles! Any fire sightings were relayed to park headquarters using a short-wave radio, so a response team could be dispatched to take care of the fire! |
| How can I Help the Helpers? |
HERE’S HOW:
- Pay the entrance fee to help maintain trails, signs, structures, and other visitor services!
- Volunteer at Crater Lake National Park!
- Donate to the Crater Lake Natural History Association!
- Be a responsible visitor! Please respect the signs and pathways, and treat all structures and artifacts with respect. They’ve endured a lot to survive into the present. They’ll need our help to make it into the future!
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| Where is this place? |
3.9 miles northeast of Crater Lake’s Rim Village Visitor Center on Rim Drive! That ZIP code is 97604!
From Bend: ~101mi (163km) — 1.7hrs
From Medford: ~83mi (134km) — 1.4hrs
From Portland: ~245mi (395km) — 4.1hrs
From Salem: ~199mi (321km) — 3.4hrs |
| When should I go? |
The park is technically open year-round, but if you didn’t bring your skis or snowshoes, your best bet is to visit between May and November 1! |
