Happy Birthday, Crater Lake! Celebrating 122 Years of Oregon’s Only National Park

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On May 22, 1902, Crater Lake National Park in Oregon was officially established when President Theodore Roosevelt signed the bill to make it a national park. As we celebrate its birthday, it’s worth taking a moment to appreciate the park’s remarkable history, stunning natural beauty, and the ongoing efforts to preserve this unique landscape for future generations.

The Birth of a National Treasure

Crater Lake National Park is the fifth-oldest national park in the United States and the only one in Oregon. Its establishment marked a significant milestone in the American conservation movement, reflecting a growing recognition of the need to protect the

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