Crater Lake National Park

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Crater Lake inspires awe. Native Americans witnessed its formation 7,700 years ago, when a violent eruption triggered the collapse of a tall peak. Scientists marvel at its purity—fed by rain and snow, it’s the deepest lake in the USA and one of the most pristine on Earth. Artists, photographers, and sightseers gaze in wonder at its blue water and stunning setting atop the Cascade Mountain Range.
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WEATHER INFO

July, August, and September are your best bets for warm, dry weather. In May, June, and October, sunny days alternate with periods of rain and snow. Winters at Crater Lake are long and snowy. Storms from the Pacific Ocean dump an annual average of 41 feet (13.5 meters) of snow at park headquarters. When it's raining or snowing, the lake is usually hidden by clouds. Crater Lake is completely invisible about 50% of the time in the winter!

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DIRECTIONS INFO

From the west (Medford) - Take Hwy 62 to the West Entrance. Open year-round. From the south (Klamath Falls) - Take Hwy 97 north to Hwy 62 to the South Entrance. Open year-round. The North Entrance is on Hwy 138 and is accessed from Interstate 5 east at Roseburg or Hwy 97 south from Bend and Chemult. Winter travelers from Roseburg take Route 138 east to Route 230 south to Route 62 east to the park's west entrance. Travelers from Bend take Route 97 south to Route 62 to the park's south entrance.
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PARK CLOSURE

East Rim Drive from Skell Head to Sun Notch Remains CLOSED.

East Rim Dr from Skell Head to Sun Notch remains closed as plow operators continue to move rocks, snow, and debris. Hwy 62, Munson Valley Rd, West Rim Dr, North Entrance Road, East Rim from North Junction to Skell Head & Park HQ to Sun Notch are all OPEN.

PARK CLOSURE

Cleetwood Trail Temporary CLOSED Due to Rock Slides

The Cleetwood Trail is temporarily closed because of hazardous conditions due to a recent storm. Crews are working on repairs, but we do not have a projected reopening at this time. Thank you for your patience!

CAUTION

Roads May Be Icy - Please Use Caution!

Even though the sun is shining, the open roads in the park may still have icy patches, especially in the mornings and evenings when the temperatures drop. Please drive with caution.

CAUTION

No Gasoline is Available in the Park

The gas pumps at Mazama Village are CLOSED for the season. Please plan ahead and fill up your tank before heading to the park.

PARK CLOSURE

Trail Closures Due to the Middle Fork Fire

The Bald Crater Loop, Bert Creek and Boundary Springs Trails are closed until further notice due to potentially hazardous conditions created by the Middle Fork Fire. The Pacific Crest Trail through the park is now completely open for hikers.

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