Skip to content
Explore Cascadia
View of Rim Drive from Watchman Peak. Hillman Peak and Crater Lake in the background.
NPS Photo

Bend · Crater Lake National Park

Scenic Rim Drive

The historic Rim Drive includes 33-miles (53-km) of lake views, panoramic vistas, forests and meadows. The contours of the road were designed to compliment the natural landscape, and disappear from view as you look across the lake from any point.

Time needed
1-3 Hours
Season
Summer, Fall
Fees
There is an entrance fee to get into the park. Check out Fees & Passes for more information.
Accessibility
Traffic goes both directions on Rim Drive. Speed limit is 35 mph or less Rim Drive is often shared with bicyclists. It is narrow, winding, and does not have shoulders. Views from most overlooks are accessible to wheelchairs.

scenic driving

Part of Crater Lake National Park. Conditions change. Check with the managing agency before you travel. Official page.