Lakes throughout the Pacific Northwest take a long time to warm in the summer, and some of them, like the nearby 2,000-foot-deep Crater Lake, don’t warm up at all. I was cold already. Upon making ...

Host Zach Urness and outdoors intern Mariah Johnston talk about hiking, camping, and how to access Crater Lake's water for ...

This summer is the last one to swim or explore Crater Lake by boat until 2029. Here's what it's like to adventure at the ...

On Day 47 of my PCT SOBO journey, I embarked on an adventure that combined hiking, breathtaking views, and a refreshing swim in Crater Lake—the deepest lake in the USA. This article recounts my ...

This summer is the last one to swim or explore Crater Lake by boat until 2029. Here's what it's like to adventure at the deepest lake in the U.S.

Host Zach Urness and outdoors intern Mariah Johnston talk about hiking, camping, and how to access Crater Lake's water for the last time until 2029.

Here are the four Oregon lakes where you most likely could spot a slithering serpent. Located roughly 80 miles due north of Crater Lake, Waldo Lake is a glacial-formed alpine lake notable for its pure ...

Discover stunning Oregon lakes perfect for a peaceful weekend escape, from Crater Lake’s sapphire depths to hidden forest ...

One of Australia's best-known divers, Richard Harris, was among those given a rare glimpse below Mount Gambier's major water ...

Brook trout have been cooked over the coals at campsites beside alpine lakes  in the Eagle Cap Wilderness for many decades.

Brook trout have been cooked over the coals at campsites beside alpine lakes  in the Eagle Cap Wilderness for many decades.

Known as the 'American Alps,' North Cascades National Park showcases spectacular alpine trails and lakes in Washington. Here's how to visit.