Seeing the Northern Lights in Oregon may be easier than you think. While many people flock to Crater Lake National Park during the day, one of nature’s greatest displays has been known to occur here at night. When conditions are just right, Crater Lake is an ideal spot to view the unmistakable aurora borealis.

Take a look:

The famous Crater Lake is one of our country's crown jewels. Visitors flock to the park to tour the rim and explore the many hiking trails in the area.
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The park is free of city noise and light pollution, making it an ideal spot for stargazing.
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If you time it right, you may even be able to view the Northern Lights from here. This spectacular natural phenomenon occurs when electrically charged particles from the sun enter the earth's atmosphere and collide.
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While it can be difficult to predict exactly when the Northern Lights are going to be visible in the sky, checking this website will help keep you up to date on the best times to catch an aurora display. This jaw-dropping image was captured a few months ago on May 27, 2017.
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If you are looking for a place to stay near the lake, look no further than the Crater Lake Lodge.
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The lodge has plenty of prime spots for sitting and admiring the breathtaking view. You can also drive around the rim (weather permitting) to find the perfect place to watch the stars in solitude.
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Click below to watch Gailey Film's amazing video "Aurora | Crater Lake National Park" from YouTube.

To see more of the Northern Lights in action, watch this video from YouTube user SeattleDigitalPhoto.

The Crater Lake Lodge is located at 565 Rim Dr, Klamath Falls, OR 97604. The park is open year-round, but roads close seasonally due to winter weather conditions. Click here to view directions and a list of current closures.

To see more tips on how to view the aurora, visit this website.

For more spellbinding Oregon nature, check out our previous article: 13 Hidden Gems In Oregon Most People Don’t Know Even Exist.

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