Alerts
Park Closure
North Entrance Road and Most of Rim Drive Remain CLOSED.
North Entrance Road, East & most of West Rim Drives remain CLOSED with deep snow. The road from Rim Village to Discovery Point is now open for vehicles. Most roads will not reopen until mid to late June or July 2025. Hwy 62 & Munson Valley Rd are open.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. more
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.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.
Alert Locations
** North Entrance Road, East Rim Drive, and most of West Rim Drive remain
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Information and Conditions | Current Status |
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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. Section from Rim Village to Discovery Point now open to vehicles. |
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. 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 |
Visitor Centers
Information and Location | Current Status | |
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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 from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM. |
OPEN |
Concessions Operations
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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.
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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 Explor Crater Lake. Click for more details
Last updated: June 1, 2025
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