State: Oregon
Location: Crater Lake National Park
Length, Round Trip: 1.4 miles
Trail Type: Out and Back
Minimum Elevation: 7400 feet
Elevation Change: 650 feet
Best Season: June to October
Difficulty: Moderate
Usage: Moderate
View of Crater Lake from trail above
Trail Information
The Watchman Peak Trail begins from West Rim Drive approximately four miles to the north of Rim Village. The trailhead is signed as The Corrals on the east side of the roadway. From the trailhead, the route climbs steadily to the west along the northern flanks of The Watchman. As it climbs to the western ridge, the trail turns to the east and ascends toward the summit. Slightly more than a half mile from the trailhead the route reaches the historic fire lookout on the summit of Watchman Peak (el. 8,013 ft). From this lofty height the views abound. To the east is Crater Lake and Wizard Island. To the west is the Rogue River National Forest.
Directions
From Annie Spring Entrance:
Drive 4 miles north into the park to Park Headquarters and Rim Drive. Turn left on to West Rim Drive and travel approximately 6 miles to the trailhead.
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