We have reservations at the Lodge there at CLNP June 3rd. We will be coming down from Bend and realize that time of year will be iffy with road closures. My question is, if the roads are closed, would there be trails we could do if we have our snowshoes, are there trails that would get us to a point where we'd have great areal views? Thanks for any input, this is our first trip to OR and we are pumped about it!

This will be my first time going. I see on apple maps that it says it is temporarily closed. Are certain areas still accessible? I don’t want to drive all the way there and have entrances be gated off. Not sure what to expect. TIA !

Currently planning a camping trip for the end of July. Unfortunately, my wife has an online meeting she can't avoid. Where's the nearest decent wifi signal? The only time I've been there was for 15 minutes in November'11, so not sure what the Rim Village has available.

I know it's going to be crazy busy. Do you think arriving at 6:30-7am will be early enough to beat the crowds?

Hi! Planning a trip to Crater Lake this summer and my dates don't align with either of the ride the rim dates unfortunately. I know the East Rim Drive is undergoing construction and closed to cars, but are bikes still able to circumnavigate the entire rim and dodge the construction or are the shoulders closed too? Thanks!

A friend and I tried to to ski the rim of Crater Lake over the weekend but had to turn around at Watchman's from the road being a steep drop and icy - any tips on when or how to avoid the avalanche zone to go or can anyone update me on when watchman's is ski-able? thank you!!

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This will be my first time ever in Oregon. I really want to see Crater lake but I saw that rim drive is closed for the season. Does this mean there is no way to see the lake?

Hi everyone, I am planning to visit Crater Lake from June 11th to 12th this year. However after doing some research, it seems like some of the roads are likely still closed by then because of snow. Would it still be worth it to visit? Is it worth it to stay at Crater Lake Lodge for 1 night (the price is not the cheapest 🥲). Thank you 😊

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What will the conditions be for Crater Lake around March 20th? My partner and I will be driving up to Oregon from Santa Cruz and want to know if we should drive through crater lake and maybe do a day hike.

As a fellow Aramark employee I'm not surprised. How has it become so bad?

The NPS website says the road to rim village is closed because of a snowstorm. Is that notice still active? Also, is it possible to view the lake by foot - if yes, how long do you have to walk?

https://www.oregonlive.com/pacific-northwest-news/2024/02/national-park-service-puts-crater-lake-operator-on-notice-plans-to-end-contract.html

I've never been to Crater Lake. I ask because another snowy park (Mt Rainier) is often still snowed out in July.

I'm mostly looking to see whether I can drive without chains and if the trails are dry. Thanks!

Anyone went to see sunrise and sunset at Crater Lake in winter? I see some really great photos. I wonder if those views are highly dependent on the weather and not easy to see. I went to Tahoe this winter but did not see great sunrise. I am not sure if it worth it to go there in the dark and wait there for the whole day, since only rim village is open to cars.

Never been and wondering when the best time to go is. My husband turns 30 in May and I’d love to surprise him with a trip at the end of the month, but is it normally still snowy? Is June better? We have a 4yo, 2yo and currently a 2mo old. I know I’m crazy to think of doing a family trip here but believe we can handle it with the kids as our 4 year old is a good hiker and we’d carry the other 2. TIA!

We are driving quite a while on the 21st, and wondering if there will be spots if we arrive a bit late on the 21st. It will still be light, being the longest day of the year and all, just wondering if all the spots will be taken.

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Does anyone know if it's true that the Cleetwood Cove Trail down to the lake will be closed all this coming summer and next summer — hence all boat tours are off?

I’m thinking of doing a day trip to crater lake and wondering if there’s any reason not to. Like what’s limited and not available that would be during summer

I'm currently vacationing in South Oregon and recently my uncle told me about Crater Lake, and gave me some details about it's significance to some native American tribes as well as a version of some of the myths and spooky stuff that's been associated with the place over the years and I was so intrigued that I would like to write a story about it.

I'm still in the research phase and I am having a hard time finding detailed information about it. I want to do justice to these tribes and their stories so I does anybody know these stories in detail or where I can research them? Thank you in advance for your time.

First time at Crater Lake in the winter and at night to boot! It was stunning (and cold) up there.

Hi there! I know rim Dr and the north entrance are closed, but are there any advisories for traveling there tomorrow 11/17? Does anyone know if the roads are snow covered or if there are any obstacles in getting there? The weather is mild tomorrow, and I want to visit but don't want to drive 2 hours to have to turn around. Thank you!! 😁

Thinking about heading up to crater lake this weekend. Is it currently safe to go up without tire chains? I have AWD and 4 season tires but nothing especially for the snow. Also, I have heard that some of the well traveled trails can be done without snowshoes is that true? Thanks!

My friends and I plan to go to Crater Lake this weekend. Are there any travel tips for this gorgeous place? Or can some activities be engaged in there? I remember I saw people skiing there. Additionally, anything else I should pay attention to? Do we need to prepare snowshoes?

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Hello, I have e an unexpected opportunity to go to Crater lake tomorrow morning. Does anyone have any boots on the ground intel on if the Rim Drive and north entrance are open? I know the NPS says the drive is closed but not sure if it’s up to date. Would appreciate any info.