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. |
| Pedestrian - $15 |
| Admits one individual with no car (bicyclist, hiker, pedestrian). Youth 15 and under are admitted free of charge. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| Motorcycle - Summer (May 22 - October 31) - $25 |
| Admits one or two passengers on a private, non-commercial motorcycle. Valid for 7 consecutive days. |
| Car - $30 |
| Admits one private, non-commercial vehicle (15 passenger capacity or less) and all occupants. |
| 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 - 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. |
| 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. |
| 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. |
| 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 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. |