Cloudcap Overlook
the highest paved overlook on the rim
Cloudcap Overlook is one of the places Roamward flags on the Crater Lake Rim Drive because it gives the drive its texture: the highest paved overlook on the rim. Use it as a planned pull-over instead of letting the route become a blur between towns.
How it fits the drive
The Crater Lake Rim runs Rim Village loop, OR. The deepest, bluest lake in America, all the way around.
Nearby route stops
- Watchman Overlook — the classic view over Wizard Island (Crater Lake Rim)
- Pinnacles — a spur to eerie volcanic spires (Crater Lake Rim)
Conditions, access, parking, fees, weather, and seasonal closures can change quickly on scenic routes. Check the managing agency or local visitor information before committing to a side stop.
Build a trip around Crater Lake Rim stops like this.
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