Crater Lake National Park Overview
Crater Lake inspires awe. Native Americans witnessed its formation 7,700 years ago, when a violent eruption triggered the collapse of a tall peak. Scientists marvel at its purity—fed by rain and snow, it’s the deepest lake in the USA and one of the most pristine on Earth. Artists, photographers, and sightseers gaze in wonder at its blue water and stunning setting atop the Cascade Mountain Range.
Entrance Fees
| Bicycle - $15 |
| Admits one individual with no car (bicyclist, hiker, pedestrian). Youth 15 and under are admitted free of charge. |
| Entrance - Snowmobile - $15 |
| Admits one individual on a snowmobile for travel on snow covered North Entrance Road closed to regular vehicle traffic. Youth 15 and under are admitted free of charge. Good for 7 days. |
| Entrance - Per Person - $15 |
| Admits one individual with no motor vehicle (bicyclist, hiker, pedestrian). Youth 15 and under are admitted free of charge. Good for 7 days. |
| Entrance - Motorcycle - $15 |
| Admits one or two passengers on a private, non-commercial motorcycle. Good for 7 days. Winter rate from 11/1 through mid-May. |
| Pedestrian - $15 |
| Admits one individual with no car (bicyclist, hiker, pedestrian). Youth 15 and under are admitted free of charge. |
| Bicyclist, Hiker, Pedestrian with no car - $15 |
| Admits one individual with no car (bicyclist, hiker, pedestrian). Youth 15 and under are admitted free of charge. Valid for 7 consecutive days. |
| Motorcycle - Winter (November 1 - May 21) - $15 |
| Admits one or two passengers on a private, non-commercial motorcycle. Valid for 7 consecutive days. Valid for 7 consecutive days. |
| Entrance - Private Vehicle - $20 |
| This is the winter entrance fee. Admits one private, non-commercial vehicle (15-passenger capacity or less) and all occupants. Good for 7 days. |
| Car - Winter (November 1 - May 21) - $20 |
| Admits one private, non-commercial vehicle (15 passenger capacity or less) and all occupants. Valid for 7 consecutive days. |
| Motorcycle - $25 |
| Admits one or two passengers on a private, non-commercial motorcycle. |
| Commercial Entrance - Sedan - $25 |
| Fees for commercial vehicles are based on the capacity of the vehicle, not the number of passengers on board. In addition to the $25 per vehicle there is also a $15 per passenger charge. |
| Motorcycle - Summer (May 22 - October 31) - $25 |
| Admits one or two passengers on a private, non-commercial motorcycle. Valid for 7 consecutive days. |
| Car - Summer (May 22 - October 31) - $30 |
| Admits one private, non-commercial vehicle (15 passenger capacity or less) and all occupants. Valid for 7 consecutive days. |
| Commercial Vehicles (Capacity of 1 to 6 passengers) - $30 |
| Commercial vehicles with a capacity of 1 to 6 passengers are required to pay a $30 entrance fee, plus a $15 per passenger fee. The entrance fee structure for commercial vehicles visiting national parks is based on the capacity of the vehicle you arrive in, not the number of passengers. This fee is valid for 7 consecutive days with the same company and the same passengers. |
| Car - $30 |
| Admits one private, non-commercial vehicle (15 passenger capacity or less) and all occupants. |
| Crater Lake Annual Pass - $55 |
| Valid only at Crater Lake National Park and Lava Beds National Monument. The Crater Lake annual pass is good for one year from the issue month. It admits the pass owner and accompanying passengers in a single, private, noncommercial vehicle or pass owner and three persons when entry is by other means. |
| Annual Entrance - Park - $55 |
| If you visit twice in 12 months purchasing the park's annual pass will save you money. It is valid at Crater Lake National Park as well as Lava Beds National Monument, Lassen Volcanic National Park, and Whiskeytown National Recreation Area. This annual pass costs $55 and admits the pass owner and all accompanying passengers in a single, private, noncommercial vehicle (or the pass owner plus up to three people when entry is by other means). |
| Commercial Vehicles (Capacity of 7 to 15 passengers) - $75 |
| The entrance fee structure for commercial vehicles visiting national parks is based on the capacity of the vehicle you arrive in, not the number of passengers. This fee is valid for 7 consecutive days with the same company and the same passengers. |
| Commercial Entrance - Van - $75 |
| Fees for commercial vehicles are based on the capacity of the vehicle, not the number of passengers on board. |
| Commerical Vehicles (Capacity of 16 to 25 passengers) - $100 |
| The entrance fee structure for commercial vehicles visiting national parks is based on the capacity of the vehicle you arrive in, not the number of passengers. This fee is valid for 7 consecutive days with the same company and the same passengers. |
| Commercial Entrance - Mini-bus - $100 |
| Fees for commercial vehicles are based on the capacity of the vehicle, not the number of passengers on board. |
| Commercial Vehicles (Capacity of 26 or more passengers) - $200 |
| The entrance fee structure for commercial vehicles visiting national parks is based on the capacity of the vehicle you arrive in, not the number of passengers. This fee is valid for 7 consecutive days with the same company and the same passengers. |
| Commercial Entrance - Motor Coach - $200 |
| Fees for commercial vehicles are based on the capacity of the vehicle, not the number of passengers on board. |