Restoration and revegetation Crater Lake's picnic areas and overlooks show wear and tear from a century of use. Resource managers are working to restore these sites by repairing erosion damage and replanting trampled vegetation. This summer, Vidae Falls Picnic Area will be closed while crews work. Several backcountry trails will also be rehabilitated, to convert them to a narrower, more natural appearance in keeping with the park's wilderness character. The lake research program has collected volumes of information about the chemistry and ecology of Crater Lake.
Several projects are under way to pass that information on to the public.
New training materials will be available for park naturalists, an interpretive video will be created about the ecology of the lake, and educational curricula will be developed for students and teachers. Historic park signs Crater Lake became one of the nation's first national parks in 1902. To preserve that historical significance, the park's entrance signs are being restored to a historic appearance. Signs around the park's headquarters in Munson Valley are being replaced as well, with a design that matches the historic character of the area. In addition, several other projects are planned or already under way.