50 Travel Destinations Every American Simply Must Visit In Their Lifetime

35. Crater Lake National Park – Oregon

Did you know that one of the deepest lakes is located in Oregon? Only four hours south of Portland, Crater Lake is a caldera formed from the collapse of an active volcano. At its deepest point, it’s almost 2,000 feet deep, which is why it has such a deep blue color. Visiting the crater provides you with hiking trails, as well as the ability to fish in the lake or stay the night to see the fantastic view of the stars in the night sky.