Crater Lake
Reported open. Checked 2026-08-05.
The numbers that decide it
Recreation.gov publishes no site-level detail for this campground, so we cannot say what length of rig it takes. Call the managing office before committing to it in a large vehicle.
Site-level RV detail confirmed against Recreation.gov. Where a field says "not published," the agency has not published it — it does not mean zero.
Recreation.govChecked 2026-08-05
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Official Forest Service pageCrater Lake
Campground located 7 miles off highway 44. Motor homes and large trailers not recommended due to rough steep road. There are 17 sites at lake, each site has a fire ring and table. Hand pumped water, vault toilets. Fly fishing, canoeing, and float tubing are favorites at Crater Lake. Fall season check out the display of colors our aspen stands contribute to the tranquility of the area. No gas motors on lake.
Before you go
Season
June – October
Reservations
First-come, first-served
Fees
$10.00 a night. $5.00 with Interagency pass.
Hours
Remains open each year until snow makes it impassable. Not maintained during winter months.
Restrictions
No gas motors on lake. Quiet time is 10PM - 8AM. Check in is 1PM and check out is 12PM.
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