Crater Lake’s Cliffs — The Grand Sculptural Beauty Born of Volcanoes
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Cliff of Crater Lake
The cliffs of Crater Lake were formed approximately 7,700 years ago when Mount Mazama erupted violently and collapsed. Reaching heights of about 600 meters, the sheer drop to the lake surface is breathtaking. Weathering and erosion have exposed intricate layers, silently telling the story of the volcano’s history.
Memories of the volcano carved into the cliff face
The outer rim of the caldera bears layers of lava flows and volcanic ash, etching the traces of Earth’s activity. Shadows shift with the angle of sunlight, and by evening, the reddish rock surfaces emerge.
Rock face overlooking the lake
The view from the cliff’s edge is breathtaking, with the transparent lake surface reflecting the sky’s color, holding a deep cobalt blue. When the wind stops, the lake surface looks as still as the sky itself.
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2025.10.29
