Perched on the rim of Crater Lake at roughly 7,000 feet elevation, Crater Lake Lodge sits within Crater Lake National Park and gives guests direct access to one of the most geologically distinctive lakes in North America. The access road can be rough, and snow closures affect the area well into summer, so checking conditions before arrival is worth the extra step. Rooms are basic by most lodge standards, though reviewers note the price reflects the location rather than the furnishings.
The lodge's position on the rim is its defining feature. Guests wake to open sightlines over the caldera and the deep blue water below, and the front deck draws visitors in the evenings for views of the fading light over the lake. Staying here puts the boat tours to Wizard Island closer than they are from most campgrounds in the area, where catching an early tour typically requires a pre-dawn start. Mazama Village Campground to the southwest is a more traditional camping option for those who prefer a tent or RV setup.
Reservations fill early. That applies to the lodge itself as well as the Trolley Tours and boat tours, all of which can sell out weeks or months ahead during summer. Alicia F. describes arriving to find "blue skies and beautiful views," though conditions at this elevation shift quickly. The lodge works best for travelers who want proximity to rim activities without setting up camp, and who are willing to book well ahead to make it happen.
Description
The Crater Lake Lodge, built in 1915 and a member of Historic Hotels of America® since 2012 was listed in the National Register of Historic Places in 1981. Historic Hotels of America is the official program of the National Trust for Historic Preservation® for recognizing and celebrating the finest historic hotels across America. A grand northwest lodge, the historic 71-guestroom Crater Lake Lodge originally opened in 1915 on the edge of one of the country's crown jewels-Crater Lake. No place else on earth combines a deep pure lake, sheer surrounding cliffs almost 2,000 feet high, a picturesque island, and a tumultuous volcanic past. A sense of awe comes over guests as they enter through the main entrance and view the majestic fireplace in the Great Hall. Here, guests can immerse themselves in the history that surrounds them by visiting the Exhibit Room. The Crater Lake Lodge Dining Room overlooks the lake and serves the finest northwest regional cuisine. Crater Lake Lodge is open from late-May through mid-October. For Price Match Guarantee and Special Offers please visit, please visit HistoricHotels.org.
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Map & DirectionsCrater Lake Lodge is located in Oregon near Crater Lake
Directions
In Southern Oregon on the crest of the Cascade Mountain Range. 100 miles east of the Pacific Ocean, 110 miles from the California border on I-5, and halfway between Bend to the north and Klamath Falls to the south on Highway 97. Rogue Valley Int'l-Medford Airport: 83 miles, 1 hour, 56 minutes. Visit HistoricHotels.org to get more information or make a reservation.
Coordinates
42.909794 N
122.141011 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-MobilePossible CoverageVerified by 95 usersLast on 8/7/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 54 usersLast on 8/7/26
- AT&TLTEGood CoverageVerified by 13 usersLast on 8/7/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Boat-InSites accessible by watercraft.
Site Types
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Picnic Table
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Showers
- Drinking Water
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
For Vehicles
- 30 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Drive Time
- 1 hr 40 min from Medford, OR
- 2 hrs from Grants Pass, OR
- 2 hrs 35 min from Bend, OR
- 3 hrs 19 min from Eugene, OR
