Track Your Trash

While rafting or kayaking, it's easy to lose track of loose clothing or snack wrappers that weren't properly stored within the raft. Properly secure all your belongings so that they do not blow away and pollute the river and its shores.

Trust the Guides

Trust your guide's experience! When participating in guided rafting trips, always follow your guide's directions on what you need to bring and what to leave behind. Adhering to their advice benefits your safety and enhances the overall experience by helping prevent accidental littering and ensuring a smooth and enjoyable adventure.

Stay on Trails

When on trails, appreciate the natural geological form of the canyon. Never carve, draw, or paint on rocks. Graffiti on these natural features negatively impacts cultural resources and is very difficult to remove.

Protect the Wildlife

Help protect the area's incredible dark sky stargazing experience by opting for amber lighting (rather than white), which is more wildlife friendly and causes less light pollution.

Avoid Plastic

Avoid using single-use, disposable plastics in the park. By opting for reusable alternatives, you'll help preserve the environment for future generations and protect the wildlife that calls the park home. Please carry out what you bring on your adventure; and remember every small action counts in maintaining the beauty and ecological balance of our park.

Green National Park Travel Tips

When visiting our National Parks and Forests, one can't help but be awed by the magnificence of nature it all its glory. It's up to us to keep it pristine, and every traveler can take steps to do their part when they visit. Read on for our top tips for sustainable travel.

Shop Local

Many locally produced souvenirs are available at our retail stores. By buying local we not only support our local communities, but the energy costs associated with transporting those goods are reduced. Consider an edible gift to bring an authentic taste of Crater Lake National Park home with you.

Watch Energy Use

Be sure to make sure that you've turned off the devices that use energy when you leave your room - everything from lights to fans to chargers. Closing the curtains will help maintain temperature control in your room while you're out.

Recycle And Compost

We offer convenient recycling collection bins throughout our operations. Be sure to take the extra steps to dispose of recyclable and compostable items in the proper place.

Bring A Refillable Water Bottle

Water filling stations are available throughout our locations. Also, once you've purchased a reusable your water bottle refills will be free - so you'll save money while helping the environment. Forgot your water bottle? Check our retail stores for a souvenir water bottle that you'll use again and again.

Use Transportation Alternatives

Consider how you are getting around the destination. Utilize transportation alternatives such as shuttles instead of using your own vehicle - this will cut down on traffic as well as emissions. Whenever possible, try to use "human powered" means of getting around too!