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    1. Outdoor
    2. Hiking
    3. Crater Lake and North Twilight

    Crater Lake and North Twilight

    Silverton, CO 81000
    Hiking
    Difficult
    Crater Lake and North Twilight main view
    Crater Lake and North Twilight view 2
    This Is Your Reward After Making Your Way Through The First Stretch Of Forest
    Crater Lake and North Twilight view 3
    Andrews Lake At Sunrise
    Elevation
    3,979ft
    Distance
    14.29 miles
    Duration
    10 hours
    Season
    Jan - Dec
    In Season

    Current Conditions

    Trail is in good condition. No significant obstacles or hazards reported.

    Reported 3/2/2025 • Verified

    About

    This hiking route spans 14.29 miles with a significant elevation change, making it a difficult trek. The trail takes hikers through varied terrain to reach Crater Lake and North Twilight, with the elevation gain occurring over the course of the hike, ultimately reaching a point with a total elevation difference of 3979 feet. Hikers should be prepared for a long day, with an estimated duration of 9 hours and 31 minutes, and plan accordingly, including utilizing the available parking. The trail is accessible year-round, from January through December, though conditions may vary by season.

    Elevation Profile

    Trail Points

    Parking • 3,277ft

    Trailhead

    Waypoint • 3,628ft

    Trail Marker

    Waypoint • 3,979ft

    Trail Marker

    Viewpoint • 3,628ft

    Viewpoint

    Amenities

    Parking Available
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