Conditions on the mountain can change rapidly, and the lake can be frequently obscured by clouds. Please check weather conditions before purchasing a pass, refunds will not be provided due to poor road conditions or limited lake views.
Crater Lake National Park accepts payment in person during Operating Hours & Seasons and honors valid Interagency Passes (Annual, Senior, Access, Military, etc.). For more information, visit the park's Fees & Passes web page.
Beginning January 1, 2026, changes to National Park Entrance Fees and Passes for non-residents and motorcycles take effect.
Frequent visitors, seniors, military, and others may save money on entrance fees with an America the Beautiful Pass.
Do NOT purchase a site pass now if you have a valid America the Beautiful annual or lifetime pass OR are planning to get one.
Please ensure you select the correct pass before you proceed to payment.
The Crater Lake National Park Private Vehicle, Motorcycle and Pedestrian/Cyclist Passes are valid for 7 days and ONLY at Crater Lake National Park. They cover the pass holder and passenger(s) in a vehicle or up to two motorcycles. The Pedestrian/Cyclist pass is only for visitors arriving without a vehicle.
The Four Park Annual Pass is valid for one year from the date of purchase at Crater Lake PLUS Lava Beds National Monument, Lassen Volcanic National Park and Whiskeytown National Recreation Area.
Please be prepared to show your physical pass or digital pass (QR Code) on your mobile device. Photos of physical passes will not be accepted.
Print out or download the pass on your mobile device in advance of your visit. There is currently no cell phone service or Wi-Fi at the south entrance, and overall service throughout the park is limited.
Crater Lake sits at an elevation of 6,900 feet (2103m) in the Cascades of Southern Oregon. Winters bring an average of 50 feet (15m) of snow to the park which can last well into the summer. Park conditions continually change, and we strongly encourage all persons to check the park's Current Conditions web page before planning a trip to Crater Lake, regardless of the time of year.
Each pass is issued to one person (the pass holder) who must be present and show valid photo identification each time the pass is used. U.S. citizen or resident identification includes a U.S. driver's license, U.S. passport, or U.S. permanent resident card.
Passes are non-transferable, non-refundable, not replaceable if lost or stolen, and are void if altered or reproduced. We encourage visitors to check the weather forecast prepare for weather conditions. We are unable to issue refunds due to weather.