National Park · Oregon, United States
Crater Lake National Park
Crater Lake National Park is a national park in Oregon, United States, covering 183,224 acres (74,148 ha), established in 1902; it recorded 632,242 visits in 2025.
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Park facts
| Park type | National Park |
|---|---|
| Location | Oregon, United States |
| Area | 183,224 acres (74,148 ha) |
| Established | 1902 |
| Annual visits (2025) | 632,242 |
| Highest point | Mount Scott — 2,722 m (8,930 ft) |
| Coordinates | 42.9400° N, 122.1000° W |
| Managed by | National Park Service |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
About Crater Lake National Park
Crater Lake National Park is a national park of the United States located in southern Oregon. Established in 1902, Crater Lake is the fifth-oldest national park in the United States and the only national park in Oregon. The park protects the flanks and caldera of Crater Lake, a remnant of Mount Mazama, a destroyed volcano, and the surrounding hills and forests. The lake is 1,949 feet (594 m) deep at its deepest point, which makes it the deepest lake in the United States, the second-deepest in North America and the tenth-deepest in the world.
Description from the park's Wikipedia article (CC BY-SA), linked in the sources below.
Planning your visit
Best time to visit
July to September — snow-free roads and full access; the park is snow-covered much of the year
What to do
Getting there
| Nearest town | Klamath Falls, Oregon |
|---|---|
| Nearest airport | Crater Lake-Klamath Regional Airport |
Where to stay
| Campgrounds | Yes |
|---|---|
| Lodges | Crater Lake Lodge inside the park |
Famous trails
- Cleetwood Cove Trail — 2.2 miles (3.5 km) — Hard
- Watchman Peak Trail — 1.6 miles (2.6 km) — Moderate
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Airports near this park
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- Rogue Valley International-Medford Airport (MFR) · Medford, United States · 55.4 miles away
- Eugene Airport (EUG) · Eugene, United States · 99.0 miles away
- Roberts Field (RDM) · Redmond, United States · 102.5 miles away
Parks nearby
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Crater Lake National Park?
Crater Lake National Park is in Oregon, United States (42.9400° N, 122.1000° W).
When was Crater Lake National Park established?
Crater Lake National Park was established in 1902, per the source listed at the foot of this page.
How big is Crater Lake National Park?
Crater Lake National Park covers 183,224 acres (74,148 ha).
How many people visit Crater Lake National Park each year?
It recorded 632,242 recreation visits in 2025, the latest published figure.
What is the highest point in Crater Lake National Park?
The highest point is Mount Scott, at 2,722 metres (8,930 ft).
When is the best time to visit Crater Lake National Park?
July to September — snow-free roads and full access; the park is snow-covered much of the year.
Does Crater Lake National Park have campgrounds?
Yes — Crater Lake National Park has campgrounds.
How do I get to Crater Lake National Park?
The nearest town is Klamath Falls, Oregon. The nearest airport is Crater Lake-Klamath Regional Airport.
Sources
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_the_United_States_National_Park_System_official_units — Wikipedia list of National Park System official units — unit name, state, official designation.
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_areas_in_the_United_States_National_Park_System — Wikipedia list of National Park System areas — year established and gross area.
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_national_parks_of_the_United_States — Wikipedia list of US national parks — coordinates, established date, area, recreation visitors (2025), description.
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crater_Lake_National_Park — Wikipedia article — description (CC BY-SA).
- https://www.nps.gov/crla/ — Official park page.