As of 7/31/2023 due to road construction and subsequent closure, visitors cannot circumnavigate East Rim Drive. See map for CONSTRUCTION ZONE.
NPS Map
Closure along East Rim Drive
East Rim Drive from the north just past Cleetwood Cove east towards Skell Head Overlook is closed. From the closed area to Park Headquarters in the south, East Rim Drive is open. The map indicates the closed section in yellow. 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.
The road to Cloud Cap Overlook is closed for the season.
All trails including Cleetwood Cove, Mount Scott and Sun Notch Trails are open and the trailheads may be accessed by vehicles.
Steel Visitor Center
Steel Information Center remains under construction so it is closed. Visit Rim Village Visitor Center.
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. East Rim Drive from the north just past Cleetwood Cove east to Skell Head Overlook is closed. Cloudcap Road off of East Rim Drive is also closed. From the closure to Park Headquarters in the south, East Rim Drive is open.
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.
PARTIAL CLOSURE
Cloud Cap Overlook
Access is via East Rim Drive near Mount Scott Trailhead Fall 2023 Closed due to road construction
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. 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.
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.
HikingTrails and Overnight Backpacking
Most trails are open. The higher elevations are snow covered or patchy areas of snow exist. Due to the partial closure of East Rim Drive, Plaikni Falls and Pinnacle Trails are closed. Until East Rim Drive opens, the Mount Scott trailhead cannot be reached by vehicle. The trailhead is only accessed by hiking the closed section of East Rim Drive from Cleetwood Cove. Contact the park for more details by email or calling 541-594-3000. Backpacking trips, planning and permits are available at the Ranger Station, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. More information is available at backcountry camping.
FoodandGifts
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.
Gasoline is available for purchase at the Mazama Village Camper Store. Nearby gas 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 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. Restrooms are also available at all concession operated facilities during hours of operation. 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 Open through September 24, 2023. Reopens in May 26, 2024.
OPEN
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.
Camping and Lodging
Crater Lake Lodge, Mazama Cabins, Annie Creek Restaurant, and the Mazama Village Store and Mazama Campground are open for the summer season. Go to Crater Lake Hospitality for information about future reservations and operations.
