How long is Watchman Peak (Crater Lake)?

1.6 miles, out & back, with about 400 feet of elevation gain — roughly 44 min at a steady pace.

How hard is Watchman Peak (Crater Lake)?

It's rated Easy. a quick lookout over the caldera

Where is Watchman Peak (Crater Lake)?

Watchman Peak (Crater Lake) is in Oregon. a quick lookout over the caldera

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Watchman Peak (Crater Lake)

Oregon

Distance1.6 mi

Est. time~44 min

Elevation gain↗ 400 ft

RouteOut & back

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Watchman Peak (Crater Lake) is a easy 1.6-mile out & back hike in Oregon with about 400 ft of elevation gain. a quick lookout over the caldera.

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