Camping at Crater Lake

America's deepest lake with impossibly blue waters in a dormant volcano caldera.

15+ CampgroundsBest: Year-round (varies by season)

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Campgrounds Near Crater Lake National Park

Great options within 90 minutes of the park entrance

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Natural Bridge Campground

Rogue River-Siskiyou National ForestProspect, OR

Natural Bridge Campground offers an excellent 4.87 rating with substantial reviews and provides great hiking and fishing opportunities in the scenic Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest, making it a perfect base camp for Crater Lake day trips.

River Bridge Campground

Rogue River-Siskiyou National ForestProspect, OR

River Bridge Campground combines a high 4.72 rating with good review volume and offers both tent and RV camping plus multiple activities including swimming, making it versatile for different camping preferences while visiting Crater Lake.

Horseshoe Bend Campground (Or)

Umpqua National ForestGlide, OR

Horseshoe Bend Campground has the highest number of reviews (88) with a solid 4.70 rating, offering comprehensive amenities including RV sites and water activities, providing a well-established base for park exploration.

Williamson River Campground

Fremont-Winema National ForestChiloquin, OR

Williamson River Campground offers excellent fishing opportunities and tent camping in the Fremont-Winema National Forest, providing a peaceful retreat after long days exploring Crater Lake's rim drives and trails.

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4.7

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Clearwater Falls Campground

Umpqua National ForestRoseburg, OR, OR

Clearwater Falls Campground provides both tent and RV options with a good 4.65 rating and substantial reviews (73), plus the bonus of being near beautiful waterfalls for evening relaxation after Crater Lake visits.

Boulder Flat Campground

Umpqua National ForestGlide, OR

Boulder Flat Campground offers comprehensive amenities with both tent and RV sites, strong reviews (75), and multiple activities including fishing, making it a reliable choice for families visiting Crater Lake.

Whiskey Springs Campground

Rogue River-Siskiyou National ForestProspect, OR

Whiskey Springs Campground provides both tent and RV camping with good review volume (73) and hiking access, offering a solid base camp option in the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest for Crater Lake visitors.

Sunset - Lake Of The Woods (Or)

Fremont-Winema National ForestKlamath Falls, OR

Sunset at Lake of the Woods has the most reviews (204) ensuring reliability, plus lakefront camping with swimming and comprehensive amenities, making it an excellent full-service base for extended Crater Lake visits.

Willow Prairie Horsecamp

Rogue River-Siskiyou National ForestButte Falls, OR

Willow Prairie Horsecamp offers unique equestrian facilities along with hiking, fishing, and swimming, providing specialized amenities for visitors who want to combine horseback riding with their Crater Lake adventure.