Crater Lake National Park

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Crater Lake National Park

Crater Lake is widely known for its intense blue color and spectacular views. During summer, visitors may navigate the Rim Drive around the lake, enjoy boat tours on the lake surface, stay in the historic Crater Lake Lodge, camp at Mazama Village, or hike some of the park's various trails including Mt. Scott at 8,929 ft. Diverse interpretive programs enhance visitors' knowledge and appreciation of this national park, 90% of which is managed as wilderness. The winter brings some of the heaviest snowfall in the country, averaging 533 inches per year. Although park facilities mostly close for this snowy season, visitors may view the lake during fair weather, enjoy cross-country skiing, and participate in weekend snowshoe hikes.

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Lodging & Dining Lodging Crater Lake LodgeCrater Lake Lodge has 71 rooms and is normally open mid-May through mid-October. Advance reservations are strongly recommended. (541)830-8700Mazama Village Motor InnMazama Village Motor Inn has...read more

Things To Do Guided Tours Winter Programs Rangers lead interpretive snowshoe walks and discuss various aspects of winter ecology. Walks are presented every Saturday and Sunday from late November through late March...read more

Natural World Crater Lake National Park is an area of 249 square miles dedicated to the preservation of its natural resources. For many years, park managers have looked at this task...read more

Who's Who at the Park Support the Park Crater Lake Natural History Association The Crater Lake Natural History Association, established in 1942, is an officially recognized National Park Service non-profit cooperating association dedicated to...read more

Camping Campgrounds Mazama CampgroundOpen mid-June to early October (weather permitting)Mazama campground has 200 sites and is open mid-June through early October. Reservations are not taken, however sites are usually available....read more

History Crater Lake has long attracted the wonder and admiration of people all over the world. Its depth of 1,943 feet (592 meters) makes it the deepest lake in the...read more

At A Glance Things To Know Before You Come Current Information Roads and Trails **Please call (541)594-3000 for the most current weather, road, and avalanche danger information.** Hwy 62 through the park and the road to...read more

Visitor Services Visitor Centers Steel Visitor CenterHours of Operation: Open daily, except December 25th November to April 10:00 AM-4:00 PM May to October 9:00 AM-5:00 PMPhone: (541)594-3100Location: Park HeadquartersSpecial Programs: An...read more

Planning Your Visit Directions Getting to the Park Plane The closest airports are located in Klamath Falls (60 miles from the park) and Medford (80 miles from the park). Car From the North (Summer): From Roseburg - Route...read more

In A Nutshell Weather Weather plays a dramatic role at Crater Lake National Park. Winter, especially, shapes the landscape; snow generally begins to accumulate each year in October and doesn't melt in most...read more