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Crater Lake NP, Oregon
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Mount Scott is part of the Cascade Range, a volcanic arc that includes several dormant and active volcanoes.
Mount Scott rises to an elevation of 8,934 feet, making it one of the highest points in Crater Lake National Park.
The summit of Mount Scott provides one of the best vantage points to view the entirety of Crater Lake and its surrounding landscape.
The area around Mount Scott is home to diverse plant species and wildlife, including mountain hemlock and Clark's nutcracker.
Hikers can take a 4.4-mile round-trip trail to reach the summit, which is the highest point accessible by trail in Crater Lake National Park.
The summit of Mount Scott hosts a historic fire lookout, which was built in 1932 and is still used for fire detection today.
