Crater Creek is aptly named—the waterway you see in our image is flowing across the rim of Mount OkmokCrater Creek is aptly named—the waterway you see in our image is flowing across the rim of Mount Okmok, a large shield volcano. The resulting waterfalls and the sheer cliffs they tumble over are known as the Gates of Okmok, and are just one of the spectacular sights on Umnak Island in the far-flung Aleutian Islands chain. Besides the sweep of green-carpeted lava fields and looming peaks, the island boasts the only geyser fields in Alaska. While not lacking in scenery, Umnak has very few residents: As of the 2000 census, the island was home to only 39 people...查看更多 查看更少
