Crater Lake Campground

Awesome place! You DO need a permit during certain times of the year. I didn't know that and didn't see any signs about that, but I found out the hard way. They were extremely friendly, but have a job to do and are trying to strictly enforce the permit system.

I would give it a 5 star if you could reserve it but when we went we were outside of the reservation period and it was first come first serve. People that camped anyway we're facing $100-300/person fees so we ended up hiking back to an area that we could camp in. The views are worth the hike for sure, but I would not recommend going during the fall when you can't reserve it.

So beautiful one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen.

Gorgeous views and picturesque campgrounds on a highly frequented trail in the Indian Peaks Wilderness. BZ permits are required in the summer from June through mid-September but the Crater Lake area is accessible from the adjacent Cascade Creek BZ with a two mile hike.

The campsites, while beautiful, don't follow the tropical 100 ft from water and trail guidelines. Please be considerate and help preserve the pristine and gorgeous surroundings for all to enjoy.

Great view, fun hike!