Current Conditions

Alerts

 

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.

 

Latest Closures

Rim Drive, North Entrance Road, and Pinnacles Road are closed for the winter season.

There is no access to these trails: Cleetwood Cove, Mount Scott, Pinnacles, Sun Notch, Crater Peak, Watchman Peak and Grayback Road. Most other trails are snow covered and not recommended for hiking. 

Steel Information Center remains closed due to construction. 

 

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.

Ranger-Led Snowshoe Walks

This winter (2022-2023), walks will be offered on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays from December 10 through April 30, and every day from December 17 to January 2 and March 25 to April 1. The walks start at 1:00 pm, last two hours, and cover 1 to 2 miles of moderate-to-strenuous terrain. They don’t follow a trail—the hike is an off-trail exploration through the forests and meadows along the rim of Crater Lake. If the road to Rim Village is closed, the walks explore the forests and meadows in the vicinity of Park Headquarters. More information is available here.

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. Visitors can rent snowshoes at the gift shop from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. Please note rentals are not available overnight.

This location is open year-round, except when the road to the rim from park headquarters is closed due to excessive snowfall. Check current conditions and alerts for road closures.

Hiking Trails and Overnight Backpacking

Most trails are snow covered, and due to the closure of Rim Drive, some trails may not be accessed. These include Cleetwood Cove, Mount Scott, Pinnacles, Sun Notch, Crater Peak, and Grayback Road. Backpacking trips, planning and permits are available at the Ranger Station, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, October through May. More information is available at backcountry camping.

Gasoline

There is no gas available in the park. Running out of gas results in frustration and is very expensive to rectify if a tow company has to deliver it.
Fill your gas tank before reaching the park boundary.

• 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 Crater Lake Hospitality or 541-594-2255) 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. If there is a heavy snowfall, the EV station may be unavailable until it can be dug out. .

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 shown on the map. There is no restroom at park headquarters because Steel Visitor Center is closed.

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).

 

Visitor Centers

	Information and Location	Current Status
Steel Visitor Center	The park's primary visitor contact station at park headquarters and restrooms are closed until Fall 2023 for a major structural renovation and upgrades to outdated utilities and communications. Access to Lady of the Woods Trail is to the left, past the construction fence and begins to the right of the Ranger Station. Read more about the current construction and the building's history.	CLOSED
Rim Visitor Center	Located at the historic Kiser Studio in Rim Village CLOSED for 2022-2023 winter season. Reopens in June 2023.	CLOSED

Crater Lake Natural History Association While the visitor centers are closed, 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.

 

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.	CLOSED
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.	CLOSED
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.	CLOSED
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.	CLOSED
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. Snow chains or traction tires may be required under OR state laws.	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. During heavy snowfall and white-outs, or when this section is yet-to-be-plowed, a temporary closure that could last for days may be required.	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. Snow chains or traction tires are required under OR state laws.	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. Snow chains or traction tires are required under OR state laws.	OPEN

 

Camping and Lodging

Mazama Campground, Mazama Cabins, Annie Creek Restaurant, and the Mazama Village Store are closed for the 2022 - 2023 winter. Go to Crater Lake Hospitality for information about future reservations and operations.

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

 

Map of Crater Lake National Park with all roads, entrances, and restrooms, and select features and trails. Use the road information in the table above and this map to determine what is open at the time of your visit.

 

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.

 

Concessions Operations

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  Crater Lake Lodge

  The lodge is typically open mid-May through early-October and is managed by Crater Lake Hospitality. 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 Crater Lake Hospitality. Click for more details