Crater Lake National Park by Mark Gotchall

Crater Lake Sunrise, Crater Lake National Park, Oregon

Panoramic image of a Crater Lake sunrise in late winter. I used snowshoes to travel over 1 mile to this spot, to catch the sunrise.

Crater Lake awakens beneath a crisp, winter sky. Snow blankets the caldera’s rim and the surrounding volcanic peaks, softening their jagged edges and reflecting the pale, early light. The lake itself lies still and dark, a perfect mirror for the pastel wash of peach and icy blue spreading across the horizon. Wizard Island rises as a solitary silhouette, its shadow deep against the reflective waters. Frosted cliffs glimmer faintly as the sun creeps higher, and the quiet stillness of snow-covered mountains and serene waters creates a scene of pristine, wintry calm—both majestic and tranquil.

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About the Artist:

 Mark’s love of nature and passion for exploring new places drives his passion for photography. Living in Oregon all his life, Mark’s appreciation for the outdoors began at an early age. Capturing images that are worthy of hanging on the wall is a bonus for a day outdoors. Combining landscape photography with an enjoyment of the outdoors; hiking, walking on the beach, star gazing, and traveling, he looks for places less traveled, detouring down gravel roads to see hidden waterfalls, or to see ruts in the rocks from an old wagon road, or petroglyphs. He works to capture that special moment in time of the beautiful sights that nature creates for others to enjoy.