federalfederal

Lost Creek Campground

federal · Crater Lake, OR

Official websiteDirections
  • dump station6.5 mi
  • fuel station6.6 mi

NPS photo · Data Source: Recreation.gov

About

CLOSED ALL YEAR 2026 Lost Creek Campground is managed by the National Park Service. It usually opens in early July and closes in mid-October, depending on weather and other factors. It is for tent campers only--NO RVs, buses, trailers, or vans and truck with toilets. Registration is self-serve on the day of arrival. No advance registration is available. The campground fills by mid-afternoon. The only means of knowing site availability is upon arrival at the campground. The elevation 6,000 ft. (1,829 m).

Around this stay

Nearest surrounding services and recreation within ~25 mi — not on-site amenities.

  • dump station

    Mazama Campground Dump Station

    6.5 mi
  • fuel station

    Fuel station

    6.6 mi
  • potable water

    Potable water

    5.0 mi
  • trailhead

    Plaikni Falls Trailhead

    1.9 mi
  • attraction

    Viewpoint

    2.1 mi

Contact & access

  • Crater Lake National Park · Crater Lake, OR 97604
  • nps.gov

Source and verification

Last verified: 10/11/2026

See the Sources tab for provenance detail.