US Forest ServiceFree
Crater Lake NP Backcountry OR
Crater Lake, Oregon, Oregon6,821 ft🗓 Jul–Sep
About this site
Backcountry camping in Crater Lake National Park beyond the rim. Deepest lake in US, blue so vivid it looks artificial.
Peak season temperatures
76°F
Avg high
51°F
Avg low
Verified historical climate data for this campsite location.
Wildlife in the area
Research-grade verified observations from iNaturalist near this campsite.
Crater Lake NewtAshnola pikaGolden-mantled Ground SquirrelSierra Nevada Red Fox
Activities
BackpackingLake ViewsHikingPhotography
Amenities
Backcountry PermitCreek AccessLake Views
Site types
BackpackTent
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Quick facts
- Land manager
- US Forest Service
- Fee
- Free — no reservation
- Season
- Jul–Sep
- Elevation
- 6,821 ft
- Peak temps
- 51°–76°F
- Rating
- 4.9 (44)
- Coordinates
- 42.8934, -122.1512
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First come, first served. No reservation system. Verify current conditions and fire restrictions with the land manager before visiting.
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