Current Conditions

Alerts

 

At a Glance

What's Open:

- Steel Information Center (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Daily)

• Winter hours begin on Monday, November 2nd. (10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Daily)

- Concession Facilities managed by ExplorCraterLake:

• Rim Cafe and Gift Shop
• Annie Creek Gift Shop (through November 1st)

- Highway 62 through the park and the road to Rim Village

- Lake views are available along the promenade throughout Rim Village and all along Rim Drive, weather permitting.

- Restrooms:

• Vault toilets at Ponderosa Picnic Area, Old West Kiosk, Goodbye Picnic Area
• Comfort station at Rim Village
• Restrooms in Rim Cafe and Gifts, Annie Creek Gift Shop, and the Steel Information Center during business hours

What's Closed:

- Rim Drive

- North Entrance Road

- Cloudcap and Pinnacles Roads

- Rim Village Visitor Contact Station

- Sinnott Memorial Overlook

- Lost Creek Campground

- Crater Lake Trolleys

Concession Facilities managed by ExplorCraterLake:

• Mazama Campground
• Mazama Camper Store
• The Cabins at Mazama Village
• Annie Creek Restaurant
• Crater Lake Lodge
• Gas Pumps

**********************************************************************************************************************************************

**Rim Drive is CLOSED for the Season!**

Status of Park Trails

The Cleetwood Cove Trail is CLOSED for a major construction project, and will remain so until 2029. All other park trails are OPEN but may be snow-covered or inaccessible due to seasonal road closures.

Visitor Centers

Steel Information Center is open 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM daily. Winter hours (10:00 AM - 4:00 PM) begin on Monday, November 2nd.

 

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 and offers visitors a wide range of gifts and Crater Lake collectibles. Annie Creek Gift Shop is also open.

All other concession facilities are CLOSED for the season.

Gasoline

NO GASOLINE IS AVAILABLE IN THE PARK. Please plan accordingly. Nearby gas stations outside of the park can 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 24 hours at Ponderosa Picnic Area and Old West on Hwy 62, Goodbye Picnic Area, Watchman Overlook, Pumice Point Picnic Area, Cleetwood Trailhead Parking, and Whitebark Pine Picnic Area. Restrooms are also available at all concession operated facilities 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. Wifi is available in concession-run during hours of operation.

 

Camping and Lodging

Crater Lake Lodge and the Cabins at Mazama Village are OPEN for the season. Mazama Campground has loops A&B open on a first come first served basis. Go to ExplorCraterLake for information about reservations and operations in 2026.

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.	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
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.	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. Only accessible at this time by hiking or biking due to road construction project. 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.	OPEN
WINTER ONLY: the last 3-miles of Munson Valley Road	When closed refer to the above alerts. Munson Valley Road from Steel Information 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 Open Daily until late September	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

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.

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.

Mazama Campground

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