Crater Lake

We left burns kind of lazily. We didn't really have a long drive ahead of us. We took the opportunity to have a nice breakfast and have a shower. Our destination for the day was Crater Lake National park. We had heard about it from people and Seen some things on TV about it. We were there, so why not!?

It took a little while to get there and when we did, it was closed! Luckily only the booth where they take your money was closed :) we drove on through and got up  to the lake. If you haven't seen or heard of this thing take a look, it was absolutely breathtaking. 

            It's a freaking volcano!

This thing is 5 miles wide and about 7 long. It has two islands and is over 2000 feet deep. One of the deepest in the world. The only water it gets is from rain and snow melt. There are no rivers flowing to it or from it. We couldn't believe it. It was formed when a volcano fell in on itself and filled with water over a period of about 800 years. Crazy. There's also something called 'The old man of the lake.' It's a centuries old tree that has been floating and bobbing its way around the lake. The cold waters have preserved the tree. What?! I know. Crazy. 

We spent a while taking some photos and marveling at this things existence and started the drive to Klamath Falls for the night. After not having a fire the other night, we bought two bundles of wood and had ourselves a grand ol' time. We had some wood left over for the morning, which was nice because we woke up to 30 degree weather! 

Until next time, we're Maureen and Andrew. This is This American Drive. 

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