Tagesausflüge ans Wasser
10L Beach Bag
Halten Sie Utensilien für den Tagesausflug in Ufernähe zusammen; verlassen Sie sich nicht auf einen Schutz gegen Untertauchen.
Fly & Drive guide
Fly into MFR, drive to Crater Lake National Park
1 h 59 min drive76 milesNo entry permit
Reise auf einen Blick
Ankunftsflughafen- MFR
Fahrt vom Flughafen- 1 Std. 59 Min. · Schätzung
Empfohlene Dauer- 1–2 Tage
Reservierungsbedarf- Niedriger · aktuelle Regeln prüfen
Fahrzeughinweise- Standard cars are fine for paved rim roads, but ensure your rental allows for mountain grades; RVs face length restrictions on specific narrow East Rim curves.
Ihre Route
MFR
Rogue Valley International-Medford Airport
Crater Lake National Park
About 1 h 59 min · 76 mi by car, no stops. Estimate only.
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Step 1Flights to MFR
Compare fares into Rogue Valley International-Medford Airport.
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Step 2Standard car at MFR
Pick up at the airport and drive straight to Crater Lake National Park. Compare rental companies in one search. Est. from $45/day · typical rate.
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Step 2SUV at MFR
Select an SUV, pickup location and dates on Airport Rentals. Est. from $55/day · typical rate.
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Before you goStore extra bags
Early arrival or late flight home? Drop luggage nearby and keep the car light for the park.
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03 · First night near Crater Lake National Park
Übernachten Sie nach der Fahrt in der Nähe, damit der erste Tag direkt im Park beginnen kann.
Step 3Hotels near Crater Lake National Park
Est. from $110/night · typical rate. Compare hotels and lodges; check cancellation terms on Expedia.
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Step 3Cabins & homes near Crater Lake National Park
Est. from $120/night · typical rate. Whole homes and cabins for families or groups.
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Reservations
Advance Lodging and Winter Road Status Check
Crater Lake entry requires a park pass, which can be purchased at the gate or online; lodging at Crater Lake Lodge or Mazama Village requires separate bookings made months ahead. During the summer, boat tour reservations are a separate bottleneck and require a steep hike to reach. Check the official NPS site for changing seasonal road closures that affect north and south entrance access.
Official reservation infoBest time to fly in
July – September
Ihre Route
Tag 1 · The Rim and Volcanic Vistas
Sinnott Memorial Overlook → Discovery Point Trail
Tag 2 · East Rim Drive and High Peaks
Watchman Peak Trail → Phantom Ship Overlook
Tag 3 · Lakeshore Access and Pinnacles
Cleetwood Cove Trail → The Pinnacles
Viator
Tours & experiences near Crater Lake National Park
Geführte Aktivitäten rund um Crater Lake National Park. Prüfen Sie Treffpunkt, Termine und Verfügbarkeit auf Viator vor der Buchung.
Tourangebote separat öffnenAusgewählte Reiseausrüstung
Fünf Tipps für Crater Lake National Park
Wasser an Wandertagen
2L Hydration Pack
Nehmen Sie auf längeren Wanderungen Trinkwasser mit; vor dem Verlassen von Versorgungsstellen auffüllen.
Reisedokumente & Karten
Crossbody Card Holder
Karten an Sightseeing-Tagen griffbereit halten; prüfen Sie die Maße für Ihre Utensilien.
Spritzschutz für Kleinigkeiten
2L Dry Bag
Für kleine Gegenstände in Wassernähe; Verschlussanweisungen beachten. Keine Schwimmhilfe oder Sicherheitsvorrichtung.
Tier- & Nachtbeobachtung
Hawknite 1 4K Night Vision Binoculars
52MP Foto · 1.200m Reichweite · Vollfarbe bei Nacht. Parkregeln vor Nutzung von Licht bei Nacht prüfen.
$299.99 USD · Shoppreis
Bei WILDGUARDER kaufenOptionale Empfehlungen, keine vollständige Pack- oder Sicherheitsliste. Fotos aus den Shops von ROCKBROS und WILDGUARDER. Preise Stand 2026-10-19 / 2026-10-20; price, stock and shipping may change.
Quick answers
What is the closest airport to Crater Lake National Park?
Rogue Valley International-Medford Airport (MFR) is the nearest commercial airport we route from.
How long is the drive from MFR to Crater Lake National Park?
Roughly 1 h 59 min (about 76 miles) by car, without stops. Times are estimates.
Do I need a reservation to visit Crater Lake National Park?
Crater Lake entry requires a park pass, which can be purchased at the gate or online; lodging at Crater Lake Lodge or Mazama Village requires separate bookings made months ahead. During the summer, boat tour reservations are a separate bottleneck and require a steep hike to reach. Check the official NPS site for changing seasonal road closures that affect north and south entrance access.
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Full guideStays, 3-day plan and route map for Crater Lake National Park
