Phantom Ship Overlook
A viewpoint on the southeast shore showing the Phantom Ship, a jagged rock island that looks like an ancient sailing ship.
The Phantom Ship is a remnant of an ancient volcanic rock ridge about 400,000 years old. It rises about 50 m above the water and, in morning mist or overcast skies, looks like a sailing ship drifting across the lake. It predates the collapse of Mount Mazama by a long stretch of time. The best viewing point is the Phantom Ship Overlook along the east section of the lake road, plus the short Sun Notch trail nearby (about 1.3 km round trip), which gives a higher vantage over the rock island. Afternoon light is good, and in summer, lake boat tours also pass close by.
Opening hours
Seasonal, approx. Jul–Oct
Nearby sights
- Plaikni Falls
- Vidae Falls
- Garfield Peak
- Mount Scott
- Castle Crest Wildflower Trail
- Steel Visitor Center
- Cleetwood Cove Trail
- Rim Village & Crater Lake Lodge