Flora and Fauna
Find out what plants and animals call Crater Lake National Park home.
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Crater Lake National Park has a surprising range of plant and animal species. The park has thriving ecosystems throughout the 183,224 acres. From the sundews of the Sphagnum Bog to the roosevelt elk at the base on Union Peak, Crater Lake has many natural gems to discover. Explore and learn about the species that help make Crater Lake so unique.
Flora
Moss
Phytoplankton (163)
Shrubs
Trees
Wildflowers
- For a list of Threatened and Endangered flora at Crater Lake click here.
- For a full list of flora visit the Crater Lake National Park website.
Fauna
Amphibians and Reptiles (12)
Birds (151)
Fish (5)
Insects
Mammals (52)
Zooplankton (11)