Current Conditions

Alerts

 

***North Entrance Road and East Rim Drive are Now OPEN!***

East Rim Drive Rehabilitation Project

Good progress was made last year on improving the road conditions on East Rim Drive. The project has resumed for the summer on the road between Skell Head and Phantom Ship Overlook, including the Cloudcap Road. To learn more about East Rim Drive Construction please go to the July 11, 2023 News Release titled, Historic East Rim Drive to Undergo Major Rehabilitation.

Visitor Centers

Steel Information Center is open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The sales area will be closed on September 30, 2024 for inventory.

Rim Visitor Center is now CLOSED for the season.

 

Weather

See what's happening in the moment by viewing the webcams. Weather forecast is below. Go to the park's weather page for links to the most accurate temperature, snowfall, and snow depth. The most current weather forecast is available from the National Weather Service.

Visit Tripcheck.com for current travel restrictions outside the park.

Snow Zone

Crater Lake National Park is considered a "Snow Zone" which means that chains or traction tires are required on all vehicles during the winter. If the roads are snowy and icy and your vehicle isn't properly equipped, you may not be permitted past the entrance station. The park follows all Oregon Department of Transportation regulations for winter driving conditions. For more information go to TripCheck.com.

 

Overnight Backpacking

Backpacking permits are required and available on a self serve basis at the Ranger Station, 24/7. More information is available at backcountry camping.

Food and Gifts

Managed by a concessioner, (click the links for hours of operations). Rim Village Cafe serves grab-and-go sandwiches, salads, and snacks. Rim Village Gift Shop offers visitors a wide range of gifts and Crater Lake collectibles.

The Crater Lake Lodge Dining Room is now OPEN for the season as is Annie Creek Restaurant and Gift Shop.

Gasoline

NO GASOLINE is available in the park at this time. The gas pumps at Mazama Village are CLOSED for the season in order to complete important repair work. Nearby gas outside of the park can also be found at the following locations:

• The closest gas west of the park is at the Prospect Service Station on Hwy 62, 29 miles from the south fee booth.
• The closest gas to the south is at the Crater Lake Junction Travel Center on Hwy 97, 30 miles from the park’s south fee booth.
• From the north, the nearest gas station is at the Diamond Lake Resort Gas Station off Hwy 138.

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

(Managed and maintained all year by the concessioner. Contact at ExplorCraterLake) A charging station for electric vehicles is located in front of the Annie Creek Gift Shop in Mazama Village. It has one standard connector and one Tesla connector.

Restrooms

Restrooms at Rim Village are open 24 hours. Vault toilets are open at Ponderosa Picnic Area and Old West on Hwy 62, and Goodbye Picnic Area. Restrooms are also available at all concession operated facilities during hours of operation. Restrooms are available at the Steel Information Center during hours of operation.

Phone & Internet

Dial 911 to report any emergency, 24 hours a day. A 24-hour emergency landline is located outside the "snow-tunnel" entrance to the Administration Building in park headquarters, adjacent to Steel Visitor Center. There are no cell towers in the park. Cell service is random in areas around Rim Village and the overlooks along Rim Drive. Crater Lake Lodge offers wifi only for their guests. Wifi may be available to patrons of concession-run facilities in Rim Village (year-round) and Mazama Village (summer only).

 

Camping and Lodging

Crater Lake Lodge, Mazama Cabins, Annie Creek Restaurant, and the Mazama Village Store are OPEN for the season. Loops A-D are now OPEN at Mazama Campground. Go to ExplorCraterLake for information about reservations and operations.

Go to camping and lodging for options within close proximity to the park.

 

Status of Park Roads

	Information and Conditions	Current Status
North Entrance Road	South from OR Hwy 138 and west of OR Hwy 230 Nine miles (14.5 km) to North Junction; in preparation for winter it closes on November 1, or earlier if snowfall is significant. When sufficient snow is on the ground, it is groomed for snowmobiles from Hwy 138 to North Junction.	OPEN
West Rim Drive	Between Rim Village and North Junction In preparation for winter it closes on November 1, or earlier. In spring, as snow gradually melts plows will begin clearing and opening the road in segments with two-way traffic from Rim Village. Upon closure and no snow, the road is open to hikers, bicyclists, and pet walkers. Upon closure and significant snow, the road is a winter route for skiing and snowshoeing but no pets are allowed.	OPEN
East Rim Drive	From North Entrance Road it is a left turn at North Junction. From the south it intersects with Munson Valley near Steel Visitor Center. In preparation for winter it closes on November 1, or earlier. In spring, as snow gradually melts, plows will begin clearing and opening the road in segments with two-way traffic. Upon closure and no snow, the road is open to hikers, bicyclists, and pet walkers. Upon closure and significant snow, the road is a winter snow route for skiing and snowshoeing but no pets are allowed.	OPEN
Cloudcap Overlook	Access is via East Rim Drive near Mount Scott Trailhead Highest paved overlook in the park. Typically open when East Rim Drive is open.	OPEN
Pinnacles Road	Access is via East Rim Drive near Phantom Ship Overlook Eight miles of heavy traffic along a narrow two-lane road without shoulders. It closes when East Rim Drive closes on November 1, or earlier.	OPEN
Munson Valley Road	7-miles of road from Hwy 62 and Annie Spring Entrance Station to Rim Village and Crater Lake Open year-round. Sections or all of the road may close intermittently due to heavy snowfall, traffic accidents, or other unforeseen events.	OPEN
WINTER ONLY: the last 3-miles of Munson Valley Road	When closed refer to the above alerts. Munson Valley Road from Steel Visitor Center/ Park Headquarters to Rim Village These three miles (the last of the seven listed under Munson Valley Road) are on a steep grade with tight curves.	OPEN
OR Hwy 62 west boundary	From Interstate 5 and Medford, Shady Cove, and Prospect to the west boundary Open year round. Temporary closures may occur any time due to downed trees or traffic accidents. It is plowed daily during winter but often narrows with an excessive accumlation of snow.	OPEN
OR Hwy 62 south boundary	From OR Hwy 97 at Chiloquin from Klamath Falls Open year round. Temporary closures may occur any time due to downed trees or traffic accidents. It is plowed daily during winter but often narrows with an excessive accumlation of snow.	OPEN

 

This map includes all roads leading to the park from all directions (map is north oriented). During winter and fire seasons see Tripcheck, Oregon Department of Transportation's website for closures outside the park.

 

Visitor Centers

	Information and Location	Current Status
Steel Information Center	The park's primary visitor contact station and restrooms at park headquarters are now open after a major structural renovation and upgrades to outdated utilities and communications. Read more about the construction and the building's history.	OPEN
Rim Visitor Center	Located at the historic Kiser Studio in Rim Village Now closed for the season. It will reopen in late May or early June 2025.	CLOSED

Crater Lake Natural History Association You can visit the Crater Lake Natural History Association (NHA) park store online. NHA is an official non-profit partner of the National Park Service and is dedicated to supporting Crater Lake National Park through education, science, and ranger programs.

 

Concessions Operations

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  Crater Lake Lodge

  The lodge is typically open mid-May through early-October and is managed by Explor Crater Lake. Learn how to reserve a room.

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  Trolley and Boat Tours

  Choose a trolley or boat tour and enjoy the sights worry-free with an added bonus of a ranger's perspective.

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  Mazama Campground

  Mazama Campground is open during the summer and operated by Explor Crater Lake. Click for more details