Current Conditions

Alerts

 

At a Glance

As of October 10, 2025

What's Open:

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

- Concession Facilities:

  • Crater Lake Lodge and Dining Room (through October 14th)
  • Rim Cafe and Gifts
  • Mazama Village Camper Store and gas pumps at Mazama Village (through October 14th)
  • For more information please visit explorecraterlake.com.

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

- Restrooms - Vault toilets at Ponderosa Picnic Area, Old West, and Goodbye Picnic Area, comfort station in Rim Village, and restrooms in at Crater Lake Lodge and Rim Cafe and Gifts

What's Closed:

- Rim Visitor Center (closed for the season)

- Sinnott Memorial Overlook (closed for the season)

- North Entrance Road and Rim Drive (closed for the season)

- Mazama Village Motor Inn, Mazama Campground, and Annie Creek Restaurant and Gift Shop (closed for the season)

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**North Entrance Road and Rim Drive are CLOSED for the season. Highway 62 through the park and the road to Rim Village remain OPEN.**


Status of Park Trails

Most trails remain open at this time. Expect snowy and icy conditions.

East Rim Drive Rehabilitation Project

Good progress was made this year on improving the road conditions on East Rim Drive. The project will resume next summer on the road between Phantom Ship Overlook/Pinnacles Road and Park Headquarters. To learn more about East Rim Drive Construction please go to the News Release titled, Historic East Rim Drive to Undergo Major Rehabilitation.

Visitor Centers

Steel Information Center is OPEN.

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 and offers visitors a wide range of gifts and Crater Lake collectibles. Annie Creek Gift Shop is closed for the season.

The Crater Lake Lodge Dining Room and the Rim Cafe and Gift Shop are open. Annie Creek Restaurant is closed for the season. Crater Lake Lodge Dining Room will close October 14, 2025.

Gasoline

Only Unleaded Gas is available in the park. The gas pumps at Mazama Village are open during the Mazama Village Camper Store operating hours from 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM. They will close for the season on October 14, 2025. 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 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 remains open until October 14, 2025 when it closes for the season. 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. 		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
 
Highway Map Showing Winter Road Closures
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
CLOSED for the season.
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 sits between Crater Lake and a green meadow with trees.
    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.

  • At an overlook, visitors stand along a 2 foot native stone wall next to a trolley near trees
    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.

  • two bicycles stand aside a yellow and white tent, a picnic table has food and other accouterments,
    Mazama Campground

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

 
 

Last updated: October 10, 2025

Contact Info

Mailing Address:

Crater Lake National Park
PO Box 7
Crater Lake, OR 97604

Phone:

541 594-3000

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