Crater Lake
Situated in the caldera of Mount Mazama in Oregon, USA, Crater Lake is a natural wonder of the Pacific Northwest.
- Crater Lake is the deepest lake in the United States and the ninth deepest lake in the world, reaching a depth of 594 metres (1,949 feet).
- Crater Lake is relatively young in comparison to some of the other lakes on this list, having formed about 7,700 years ago as a result of the collapse of Mount Mazama.
- Crater Lake is famous for its beautiful blue waters, that come from its exceptional clarity and depth.
- It is a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors who come to admire its natural beauty, hike its scenic trails, and explore the surrounding wilderness.
- Additionally, Crater Lake holds cultural and spiritual significance for native peoples, who lived in the region for thousands of years.
Top 10 Deepest Lakes in the World
The top 10 deepest lakes in the world are Lake Baikal, Lake Tanganyika, Caspian Sea, Lake Vostok, O’Higgins/San Martín Lake, Lake Malawi (Lake Nyasa), Issyk-Kul, Great Slave Lake, Crater Lake and Lake Matano. This list is decided based on the maximum depth measured from the surface to the lowest point in the lake.
In this article, we are going to learn the list of the deepest lakes in the world, including each of their special features.
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