Oregon's Crater Lake & Cascades Hiking & Walking Tour
National Park Adventure in the Pacific Northwest
Piercing blue Crater Lake. Lush river trails through old-growth forests. Smith Rock State Park. The scenic Cascade Mountains and the wild Deschutes. Oregon’s natural gems are simply dazzling.
We rate our trips based on a range of activity levels from 1-5.
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From $4,399 - $4,499/person
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Trip at a Glance
Highlights
- Make your way on foot to the edge of world-famous Crater Lake—it’s an adventure all its own!
- Hiking in Oregon’s Central Cascades—including a section of the famed Pacific Crest Trail—feels like stepping into the pages of a fairy tale
- Get off the grid and immerse yourself in nature at magnificently poised Crater Lake Lodge, listed on the US National Register of Historic Places
- Discover the vibrant city of Bend, Oregon’s lively and picturesque hub of outdoor adventure and craft brewing
- Explore Smith Rock State Park’s high desert wonderland of sheer cliffs, deep canyons and dramatic vertical faces
Sample itinerary. Trip details may vary by departure.
Start Bend Airport & Travel Details
- Arrive in friendly Bend, Oregon’s adventure capital
- Walk along the Deschutes River in a local state park, surrounded by ponderosa pines and western juniper trees as you keep an eye out for birds and wildlife
- Follow a scenic boardwalk stretching across a boulder field near the river’s edge
- Hike in Smith Rock State Park, a 650-acre playground of trails, cliffs, canyons and crags
- Wander through vibrant downtown Bend, packed with art galleries and cafés
- Cap off your day of hiking with a relaxing “beer-venture” at a classic Bend craft brewery.
Nights 1-2
Deluxe Hotel
A boutique hotel ideally located amid the shops, galleries, cafés and brewpubs of vibrant downtown Bend.
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
- Explore Newberry National Volcanic Monument, a collapsed caldera within Deschutes National Forest
- Rustic elegance and a cozy ambience await at Sunriver Resort, ideally situated at the foot of the Cascades
- Hike a section of the Pacific Crest Trail to hidden alpine lakes in the Cascades’ dense conifer forest
- Contemplate the mirror image of monolithic Pulpit Rock on the surface of Lower Rosary Lake.
Nights 3-4
Deluxe Hotel
Situated in the pristine natural setting of the Cascade Range foothills, this resort is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts and recreation lovers. (pool, spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
- Catch your first glimpse of pristine Crater Lake’s intense sapphire color and amazing clarity
- Venture deep into Oregon’s natural landscape on a hike among stands of western hemlock and white-bark pines
- In the shade of towering fir trees, follow a trail along the crater’s rim to historic Crater Lake Lodge
- Hike to the top of Garfield Peak for one last expansive view of the lake
- Or perhaps unwind at the lodge... the views from the back deck are irresistible.
Night 5
Casual Hotel
Perched on the crater’s rim, this simple yet classic national park lodge offers incredible view of its namesake.
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
End Bend Airport & Travel Details
This trip has an activity level range of 1-3
All breakfasts, 6 lunches, 4 dinners
All accommodations on your Backroads trip
All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
Expertise and services of Backroads Trip Leaders
Lightweight carbon hiking poles
Backroads On Trip App with route maps, elevation profiles, daily snapshots and more
Additional local guides and experts, plus equipment for included activities as detailed in your itinerary
Exclusive activities, tours and cultural experiences, as detailed in your itinerary
All luggage transfers and porterage during your trip
Snacks and beverages between meals
Private cocktail and wine receptions on the first and last nights of your trip
Choice of Backroads t-shirt or hat, plus water bottle and luggage tag
Detailed Travel Planner with destination tips and pre-trip information
