Little Crater Campground
Reviewed Aug. 26, 2020

Fantastic view of the lake, but...

This is an awesome campground for stargazing.  Much more open than Paulina Lake Campground on the other end of the lake, and a direct view to the sunset.

However, things to keep in mind:

- It's more open in terms of trees in the sites so it gets windy (a lot) and there is little to no shade in some of the sites.  If you are bringing your popup shade, I highly recommend upgraded stakes.

- The water access at some of the sites is a bit more difficult - especially with heavier kayaks.  It's also more windy on this end of the lake so a tougher paddle.

- Sites are smaller (relative) and closer together, but almost all have good/great lake views (except 30/31/32 - which are by the toilet and have a stand of trees between them and the lake).

- Almost all are pull-through and fairly level for parking, which is great.

Lots of white flies, but no biting...just everywhere.

Will definitely come back to this campground during a meteor shower!  We were at Paulina for the Perseids, and you had to go out to the end of the dock for a big sky view.

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  • Review photo of Little Crater Campground by Gayle B., August 26, 2020
  • Review photo of Little Crater Campground by Gayle B., August 26, 2020
  • Review photo of Little Crater Campground by Gayle B., August 26, 2020
  • Review photo of Little Crater Campground by Gayle B., August 26, 2020
  • Review photo of Little Crater Campground by Gayle B., August 26, 2020
  • Review photo of Little Crater Campground by Gayle B., August 26, 2020
  • Review photo of Little Crater Campground by Gayle B., August 26, 2020