Our day off we decided to drive the 32 miles from Collier Park to Crater Lake. The North entrance is still closed because of snow drifts. The rim drive is also still blocked by snow.
In 1991 the lodge started a massive rebuild. The 80 year old lodge was crumbling and was unsafe. So we wanted to see what had been done. It looks great from the outside, not a lot of changes in appearance—just sturdier.
Above is the “graffiti snow pile” that we wrote on. At least it is not permanent!
Out on the porch, Frank enjoys the old cane and pole rocker.
Inside the lodge they kept the bark planks that cover the walls and the underside of the stairs.
The old fireplace is still there with rocking chairs around it to enjoy the fire.
Our car with the snow and pines in the background.
The drifts of snow by the gift shop and restaurant, attracted the kids (and adults) to slide and play.
The views of the Lake from the lodge.
On our way back we stopped to admire the peaks in the background and to read about their history.
Hopefully you can read the information in these pictures. If you double click on the photo it will enlarge it.
An Osprey next on top of a power pole. Very close to the road and right out in the middle of a pasture.
We had a beautiful day with sunshine and warm weather. A nice day off.
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