5 Reasons Why You Should Take Your Next Vacation at Crater Lake [LIST]

Is it time to quite literally "get away from it all"? Does a little peace and quite, accompanied by true scenic beauty, sound exactly like what the doctor ordered? Do yourself a favor, and plan a vacation at Crater Lake, Oregon.

Crater Lake offers breathtaking views, clean air, pure water, all on a poor man's budget. Camping is located nearby, and services are easily found.

If you head there from Western Colorado, you're looking at a 958 mile drive, with a travel time of approximately 14 and a half hours. The drive itself isn't too bad, and offers a nice break from the daily grind.

Do you still need a little convincing? Here are five solid reasons why you should enjoy your next vacation at Crater Lake.

• 5. It is the most un-messed-up thing you'll ever see
• 4. The campground is excellent, and is pet friendly
• 3. The drive is reasonable, and any vehicle can make it
• 2. Aside from a reliable vehicle, a camera, and a light jacket, the journey requires next to nothing
• 1. This is getting back to nature at its best, without having to go to extremes.

The campground is truly excellent, capable of accommodating any trailer. Water, electricity, and dump stations are available. For those who camp in the true sense, via tent, more modest sites are available at a lesser charge.

While the campground at Crater Lake is pet friendly, the trails to the outlooks over the lake are not.

Don't think about it, just do it; take a trip to Crater Lake. Bask in the quite and enjoy some long walks. Of course, keep an eye out for Bigfoot, because everybody there is certain they've seen him.