$21 - $23 / night

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Little Crater Lake

17 Reviews

About

National Forest

Mt. Hood National Forest

Little Crater Lake Campground is one of the most scenic spots in Mt. Hood National Forest and a very comfortable place to camp. It is not far from Little Crater Lake, a cold, crystal clear, spring-fed pond. Also nearby is Timothy Lake, where boaters and anglers enjoy recreating, all in the shadows…

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Access

Drive-In
Park next to your site
Walk-In
Park in a lot, walk to your site.
Hike-In
Backcountry sites.

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For Campers

ADA Access
Trash
Picnic Table
Firewood Available
Phone Service
Reservable
Drinking Water
Toilets
Alcohol
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Jenna B.

Traveler

Reviewed Aug. 25, 2023

Beautiful small campground

Sites are close but private and big! Vault toilets so be prepared for that. There is a pioneer pump for water a bit up the road. Little crater lake is a short walk from the campground and it’s gorgeous. Trail connects to the pct and you can take it to timothy lake so there are things to do. No camp…

Site007

Month of VisitSeptember

Amanda W.

Ranger

Reviewed Aug. 25, 2021

Quiet campground with good hiking nearby

Intimate & quiet little campground close to Portland. Little crater lake is beautiful and a quick walk from the campsite. The PCT is a minute or two walk from the lake. Lots of hiking & lake options nearby if you’re looking for a day-trip. Site size varies a lot — we landed site 11 which…

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Month of VisitSeptember

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Angel G.

Ranger

Reviewed Aug. 24, 2021

Perfect & Quiet Little Campground

We stayed in spot 7 and it was absolutely perfect! We were close enough to the bathroom to not have to worry too much about the kids getting there, but far away enough not to smell it. The short trail to the lake is directly across the street. Views are breathtaking and only 1/2 mile hike on the…

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Month of VisitSeptember

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Location

Little Crater Lake is located in Oregon

Directions

From Sandy, travel east on Highway 26 for approximately 40 miles to Skyline Road (Road 42). Turn right and travel south for 4 miles. Turn right on Forest Road 58 and travel 2 miles to the campground.