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Phantom Ship

Crater Lake NP, Oregon

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The Phantom Ship, a natural rock formation in Crater Lake, is composed of erosion-resistant lava that predates the lake's formation by over 400,000 years. Source: National Park Service

The rock formation resembles a ghostly ship, especially when viewed from certain angles or during foggy conditions, giving it its eerie name. Source: National Park Service

The rock formation hosts several plant species, including whitebark pine and mountain hemlock, which thrive in its rocky crevices. Source: National Park Service

Despite appearing small from a distance, the Phantom Ship is actually as tall as a 16-story building. Source: National Park Service

The formation provides nesting grounds for various bird species, including the peregrine falcon. Source: National Park Service

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