Crater Lake National Park Travel Guide
Crater Lake National Park travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Crater Lake National Park is a national park in Oregon. Crater Lake National Park is a US national park known for the deepest lake in the United States.
Right now it is 66°F (19°C) in Crater Lake National Park with clear sky. It feels like 60°F. Today runs from 51°F to 68°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.7/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Crater Lake National Park is July and August. The climate is subarctic. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 75°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 22°F.
The closest major airport is Portland International Airport (PDX), about 189 mi away. Nearby highlights include Crater Lake, Mount Shasta, Smith Rock State Park and Silver Falls State Park.
In plain terms. Today is much warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 68°F is 16°F above the 52°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Crater Lake National Park today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Crater Lake National Park
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 42°52′6.2″N 122°10′6.6″W (42.8684, -122.1685)
Weather in Crater Lake National Park right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 9:18 AM, Oct 3 local time.
Weekend outlook
☁️ 74° / 50°
Overcast · 1% rain · wind 9 mph
☁️ 78° / 56°
Overcast · 0% rain · wind 9 mph
Quick facts about Crater Lake National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| State | Oregon |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 42°52′6.2″N 122°10′6.6″W (42.8684, -122.1685) |
| Established | 1902 |
| Known for | the deepest lake in the United States |
| Local time | 9:18 AM (UTC-07:00) |
| Best months | July and August |
| Climate | Subarctic |
Things to do in Crater Lake National Park
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Crater Lake National Park.
Best time to visit Crater Lake National Park
Go in July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Crater Lake National Park
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland International Airport | PDX | 189 mi | Portland |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Crater Lake National Park?
Crater Lake National Park is a national park in Oregon. Its coordinates are 42.8684, -122.1685. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Crater Lake National Park right now?
It is currently 66°F (19°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 31% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Crater Lake National Park?
July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Crater Lake National Park, which has a subarctic climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Crater Lake National Park in?
Crater Lake National Park observes America/Los_Angeles (UTC-07:00). The local time is 9:18 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Crater Lake National Park?
The closest airports are Portland International Airport (PDX), 189 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Crater Lake National Park?
Popular options include Crater Lake, Mount Shasta, Smith Rock State Park, Silver Falls State Park, Redwood National and State Parks and Lassen Volcanic National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 3, 2026 at 9:18 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
