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Sun Notch Viewpoint
Scenic overlook has views of the Phantom Ship and Dutton Cliffs, with the option for a moderate hike.
Guide Sections
Use Sun Notch Viewpoint's guide sections to understand how this stop fits into the larger park plan.
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Sun Notch Viewpoint Details
Difficulty
Low
Distance
.25 miles
Estimated time
20 minutes
Region
N/A
Pull off of East Rim Drive four miles east of Park Headquarters to access a short, moderate hike to Sun Notch Viewpoint, which overlooks Crater Lake, the Phantom Ship, and Dutton Cliffs. The hike begins at 7,000 feet and winds through wildflower fields before topping out at 7,115 feet above sea level, gaining roughly 115 feet over the course of .25 miles. The half-mile round-trip journey takes around 20 minutes. Be careful around the cliff edges!