The outdoors…its magnificence makes me feel so insignificant yet so complete. While outside my life feels complete, but I must see more! I cannot just simply observe the beauty of the natural world. One must feel, touch, and breathe it all in! I wish I could save the fresh air in a jar and take it back home.
Sincerely,
Crater Lake National Park
Crater Lake sits in a rugged portion of the Cascade Range and is famous for its deep, jewel-blue water. An impressive 20-mile ring of cliffs encloses the basin and adds to its magnificence.
State(s): Oregon
Established: 1902
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