Crater Lake National Park hiking guide
Mount Scott Trail
A 4.4-mile out-and-back with 1,250 ft of climbing in Cleetwood Cove, rated moderate.
Key facts
- Length
- 4.4 mi (7.0 km)
- Elevation gain
- 1,250 ft (382 m)
- Route type
- Out and back
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Area
- Cleetwood Cove
- Highest point
- 8,928 ft
- Lowest point
- 7,675 ft
About Mount Scott Trail
Climb to the highest point, offering breathtaking 360-degree views of the surrounding landscape, including the lake, the High Cascades, and the Klamath Basin. The ascent passes through diverse habitats, from open pumice fields to forests of mountain hemlock and whitebark pine, with vibrant alpine wildflowers in mid-summer. A historic fire lookout tower crowns the summit, providing a unique vantage point for taking in the expansive vistas.
Route map
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