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Oregon's Crater Lake & Cascades Walking & Hiking Tour

Lively Bend to the Deschutes River

From $3,499 - $3,799 pp dbl. occ. | 6 days / 5 nights

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Hiking along lush forested river trails. An overnight at the historic Crater Lake Lodge. "It's so blue!" Don't be surprised if you hear this uttered at least once. Because Crater Lake really is that blue and containing your excitement is no small task.

Highlights

Delight in Oregon's varied geology as you adventure from high-desert cliffs and through old-growth forests to the edge of the world-famous Crater Lake
Explore the vibrant city of Bend, Oregon's lively and picturesque hub of outdoor adventure and craft brewing
Hike amid the grandeur of Oregon's Central Cascades, including a section of the famed Pacific Crest Trail
Admire Crater Lake's breathtakingly clear sapphire waters from a variety of vantage points

Oregon

Start Bend / End Bend

Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.

Itinerary

Days 1-2 Arrive in Bend, Oregon's adventure capital | Hike along a series of waterfalls with crystal clear water to the grand finale of Tumalo Falls | Go for a hike at Smith Rock State Park, a high-desert wonderland of sheer cliffs, deep canyons, dramatic volcanic crags and vertical faces | Explore vibrant downtown Bend, packed with art galleries and cafés | Cap off our day of hiking with a relaxing 'beer-venture' at a classic Bend microbrewery.

Days 3-4 Rustic elegance and world-class amenities abound at Sunriver, an outdoor-lover's paradise ideally situated at the foot of the Cascades | Walk along the Deschutes River Trail, passing tall aspens and white alder trees while keeping an eye out for birds and wildlife | Hike a section of the Pacific Crest Trail to uncover alpine lakes hidden in the Cascades' dense conifer forest | Pause at Lower Rosary Lake—a perfect mirror for monolithic Pulpit Rock looming overhead.

Days 5-6 Catch your first glimpse of pristine Crater Lake's intense sapphire color and amazing clarity from Mount Scott | Gain a bird's-eye-view of this spectacular landscape from the summit | Venture deep into Oregon's natural landscape as we hike among stands of western hemlock and white-bark pines | Embark on an exhilarating walk along the rim of the crater | Hike down to Cleetwood Cove for an invigorating dip in the lake | Or perhaps unwind at rustic and historic Crater Lake Lodge... the amazing views from the lodge's back deck are hard to resist.

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The earlier you book, the more choice you'll have and the lower your price. And you can always change your mind — you won't be charged to transfer to a different trip before your final payment is due. View cancellation policy.

If you must cancel your reservation, your cancellation fee will be determined according to the policy outlined below. Exceptions to our cancellation policy cannot be made for any reason, including weather, terrorism, civil unrest or personal emergencies. There is no refund for arriving late or leaving a trip early. Private room or tent, bike rental and internal air charges are considered part of the total trip cost and are subject to cancellation fees. Percentage charges are calculated on total trip cost.

Cancellation Fees (Per Person)
Days Prior to Trip Start	Scheduled Trips	Private Trips	Custom Trips
126+ days	$200**	$600	30%
95-125	$200**	30%	50%
61-95 days	30%	50%	75%
31-60 days	60%	75%	100%
0-30 days	100%	100%	100%

** Rather than paying the cancellation fees, you may choose to keep your trip deposit ($600) in a holding account to use on a future Backroads trip with no expiration date.

Bike Cancellation Policies: If you are renting a Specialized Roubaix, Ruby, e-bike or Co-Motion Tandem, a full cancellation fee will apply in the event you cancel your trip reservation inside 30 days.

Transfers: You may transfer from one trip to another up to 95 days before trip departure without penalty—except Private or Custom Trips.

Release of Liability: Guests are required to provide a signed Release of Liability, Assumption of All Risks, and Arbitration Agreement and a completed Personal Information forms prior to trip departure; you will receive these materials shortly after reserving your trip. You may also complete your forms online. We are unable to allow guests to participate in any aspect of a Backroads trip without a signed release form.

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10 or more Guests: from $3,499 pp dbl occ

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6/22–6/27

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16+ 8/29–9/3

2020 September

9/6–9/11

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From $3,499 - $3,799 pp dbl. occ.
6 days / 5 nights

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Premiere Hotels*

The Oxford Hotel

Bend (2 nights)

Sunriver Resort

Sunriver (2 nights)

Crater Lake Lodge

Crater Lake National Park (1 night)

* Casual Hotel

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Activity Level

This trip is rated Levels 2-4

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What's Included

Services and equipment are included.

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Why Backroads

Why Travel with Backroads in Crater Lake and the Cascades

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Premiere Hotels*

Accommodations may vary based on departure date. Any difference from what is listed below can be found by clicking on your desired date on the View Scheduled Dates or Private Dates tabs.

The Oxford Hotel

Bend (2 nights)

A luxury boutique hotel ideally located amid the shops, galleries, cafés and brewpubs of vibrant downtown Bend.

Sunriver Resort

Sunriver (2 nights)

Situated in the pristine natural setting of the Cascade Range foothills, this top-notch resort is a mecca for outdoor enthusiasts and culinary aficionados. (pool, spa)

Crater Lake Lodge

Crater Lake National Park (1 night)

* Casual Hotel

Perched on the crater's rim, this classic national park lodge transports you to a bygone era.

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This Trip Is Rated Levels 2-4

Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one day to the next—and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.

Daily Route Options (drag to see full )

Day	EASYGOING				ACTIVE				AVID
Daily Route Options
	Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Level 4		Level 5
	miles	feet gain	miles	feet gain	miles	feet gain	miles	feet gain	miles	feet gain
1	5	600	7	800	8	1200
2	4	1800	5	900	6	1200
2	Brewery Tour (1 Hour)
3	2	300	5	1400
3	4	300
4			6	900
5	3	300	4	1200
6	3	1500

Note: The terrain on this trip ranges from moderately rolling hills to steeper grades on the longer options. Routes vary from alpine forested paths to loose rocky trails. Crater Lake is at an elevation of 6,100 feet above sea level, which can make activity feel more challenging; on early-summer trips encountering snow on the trails is possible and can pose additional challenges.

Learn more about how we determine our activity level and fully support a range of abilities and interests.

Please note that our distance and elevation figures come from Ride with GPS. Other sources may give differing elevation figures due to different GPS and mapping technologies and other external factors.

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Meals

All breakfasts, 6 lunches, 4 dinners

Also Included

Expertise and services of our experienced Trip Leaders
Snacks and beverages between meals
Additional guides and experts from the region on many trips
Van shuttles to support a variety of route options
Comprehensive Travel Planner with detailed pre-trip information
Private guided tours at museums, historic sites, wineries and other select attractions as noted in the Travel Planner
All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
Special events, including wine tastings and other select attractions as mentioned in the Travel Planner
On biking and multi-adventure trips, use of fully equipped Backroads titanium bike plus helmet and accessories
Trailercycles, carriers, and kid-sized helmets for Family Trips
Equipment and experienced guides for kayaking, rafting, snorkeling, sailing and canoeing as described
Park and other entry fees
Fares for trains, ferries and other modes of travel as listed in the Travel Planner
Select coach transfers
Baggage transfers and porterage

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We want to make sure you're on the right trip and that you have the best experience possible. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.

Accommodations

Crater Lake Lodge is a historic national park lodge that offers a simpler stay and more casual service than typical Backroads accommodations. Built in 1915, the hotel has preserved its rustic charm – each guest room features a unique floor plan and is not equipped with televisions or air-conditioning. We selected this hotel for its stunning location on the rim of Crater Lake and its access to world-class hiking.

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Why Travel with Backroads in Crater Lake and the Cascades

More Leaders to Support You

On our Crater Lake and the Cascades trips we have an extra leader supporting you along the trail—for a total of three, compared to the industry standard two. So we can be in more places at once, giving personal attention to guests traveling at their own pace. Here's more on our Trip Leaders.

Everyone at Their Own Pace

We design and support our Crater Lake and the Cascades trips to suit mixed abilities and varied interests—so you can set your own pace, then change things up as the day unfolds. And all guests are free to do the same, traveling together or apart, with no one cramping anyone else's style. Which sounds easy in theory, but it's hard to pull off. Here's more on how we do it.

A Second Van When You Need It

Backroads is the only active travel company providing two support vans in Crater Lake and the Cascades—because we know it's essential to ensure a truly great travel experience. It doubles our ability to be there when you need us to offer hydration, lighten your load or give you a lift if it's time to take a break. Read more on why two vans make all the difference.

A Variety of Routes Each Day

In Crater Lake and the Cascades you head off each morning after choosing among several expertly designed routes—all with detailed directions, mileage and shuttle options. Unlike trips with one fixed daily route (or worse, one guide that everyone's obliged to follow), you're free to enjoy the best of the region at your pace, stopping wherever you want to explore further.

Signature Backroads Picnics

Guests rave about our picnic spreads. Enjoy a welcome break in a scenic spot, or a quick refuel stop if you don't want to lose momentum. And because we have two vans, one can host lunch while the other is out providing support along the route.

Only the Best Hotels

On this trip featuring Premiere Hotels, you can count on the best lodgings Crater Lake and the Cascades has to offer. In fact, the hotels we've chosen in this region have higher retail room rates than those offered by any other active travel company—even when their trips cost more.

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We want to make sure you're on the right trip and that you have the best experience possible. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.

Oregon's Crater Lake & Cascades Walking & Hiking Tour