As the hub of Crater Lake National Park, this is where you’ll find daily ranger programs, historic Crater Lake Lodge and its elegant restaurant (reservations highly recommended), expansive overlooks, a gift shop with kid appeal, Rim Village Café for casual dining or grab-and-go meals and a bookstore. Pack a picnic and some nature-oriented diversions for the kids and seek a coveted spot on the lodge’s terrace to linger and soak up the stellar views.