Answer: The rim rises anywhere from 500' to almost 2,000' above the lake's surface, creating a spectacular visual effect. The distance from the rim village area (the area of the Crater Lake Lodge) to the surface of the lake is approximately 900 feet.

• Does the crater lake ever freeze over?
• How far is it around Crater Lake?
• Why is Crater Lake so blue?
• How was Crater Lake formed?
• How deep is Crater Lake?
• What is the distance across Crater Lake?
• When was Crater Lake established as a National Park?
• How much snow does Crater Lake get?
• Are there any fish in the lake? Where can I go fishing?
• Why does Crater Lake get so much snow?
• What kind of birds might I see?
• How cold is the water of Crater Lake?
• Where can I get to the lake to go swimming
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• What kind of animals are at the park?
• What is the yellow stuff floating in Crater Lake?
• Was there a volcano here?
• Did they find the meteor that made Crater Lake?