The closest year-round stay to the south gate.
Right on Crater Lake Highway (OR-62), 7 miles south of the south entrance of Crater Lake National Park. Plowed and accessible year-round. EV charging on site.
Check-in / Check-out
3:00 PM · 11:00 AM
Check in at the general store.
Driving routes
Getting to Crater Lake Resort.
We're right on OR-62 between Klamath Falls and Crater Lake National Park. All major approaches are paved and maintained year-round. Winter storms can require chains — check ODOT TripCheck before you leave.
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| From | Distance | Drive | Route + notes | Directions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Klamath Falls, OR | 40 mi | ~50 min | US-97 north to OR-62 east. Last big-town stop for gas and groceries before the resort. | Directions |
| Medford, OR (MFR airport) | 85 mi | ~2 hr | Closest commercial airport. OR-62 east through Crater Lake National Park. Most scenic approach in summer (when rim road is open). | Directions |
| Klamath Falls Airport (LMT) | 45 mi | ~50 min | Private and charter flights only — no commercial service currently. US-97 north to OR-62 east. | Directions |
| Ashland, OR | 100 mi | ~2.25 hr | OR-66 east through Klamath Falls, then US-97 north to OR-62 east. | Directions |
| Bend, OR | 110 mi | ~2.5 hr | US-97 south through La Pine to Crater Lake Junction, then OR-62 east. | Directions |
| Eugene, OR (EUG airport) | 180 mi | ~4 hr | OR-58 east through Willamette Pass, then US-97 south, then OR-62 east. | Directions |
| Portland, OR (PDX airport) | 275 mi | ~5 hr | I-5 south to OR-58 east, then US-97 south, then OR-62 east. Or via Bend (slightly longer, more scenic). | Directions |
| Sacramento, CA | 350 mi | ~6 hr | I-5 north to Mt. Shasta, then CA-89 / US-97 north to OR-62 east. Northbound, this is one of the great drives in the West. | Directions |
| San Francisco, CA / Bay Area | 450 mi | ~7.5 – 8 hr | I-5 north all the way to Weed, then continue via Klamath Falls. Many guests overnight in Mt. Shasta. | Directions |
| Reno / Lake Tahoe | 330 mi | ~6 hr | US-395 north through Susanville and Alturas, then west to Klamath Falls and north on US-97. | Directions |
Map
50711 Crater Lake Highway, Fort Klamath, OR.
GPS: 42.8625, -121.9528. Use these if you're routing offline or by satellite (cell coverage gets thin past Fort Klamath).
What's on the way (and what's nearby)
Stops, services, and things to see.
Crater Lake National Park (south entrance) · 7 mi · 30 min
Rim Drive, Wizard Island, Pumice Castle Overlook, Sun Notch trail.
Fort Klamath · 1 mi
Walking-distance from resort. (No fuel here — fuel up earlier or at the Crater Lake Travel Center on US-97.)
Chiloquin · 10 mi south
Small Klamath Tribes town — espresso, taco trucks, ATM (24/7).
Klamath Falls · 40 mi south
Last full grocery / Costco / pharmacy / big-box stop. Klamath Falls Airport (LMT) is here for private + charter flights only.
Sky Lakes Wilderness · Adjacent
Wilderness area with high-mountain lakes, trout, and quiet trails.
Annie Creek Sno-Park · 10 min
Snowshoeing, Nordic skiing in winter; trailhead access in summer.
Train Mountain Museum · 15 min
World's largest miniature railroad — open seasonally.
Collier State Park & Logging Museum · 20 min
Pacific Northwest logging history, old-growth riverside park, free entry.
Crater Lake Zipline · 25 min
9 zips and two suspension bridges through old-growth forest.
Wood River Wetlands · 10 min
Birding, kayaking, paddleboarding on slow water.
Jackson Kimball State Park · 5 min
Headwaters of the Wood River — clear, cold, beautiful.
Once you're here
There's no shortage of things to do.
We're in the sweet spot between Crater Lake National Park, Klamath Falls, the Sky Lakes Wilderness, and the Klamath Tribes' Wood River country. There are 12+ state parks, museums, wilderness areas, and natural attractions within an hour's drive.
Common questions
Before you make the drive.
- What's the address of Crater Lake Resort?
- 50711 Crater Lake Highway, Fort Klamath, OR 97626. We're on Crater Lake Highway (OR-62), 7 miles south of the south entrance of Crater Lake National Park.
- How far is Crater Lake Resort from Crater Lake National Park?
- 7 miles by road from the south entrance of Crater Lake National Park — about a 30-minute drive to the rim of the lake itself. We're the closest year-round lodging to the south gate.
- What's the closest airport?
- Medford (MFR) is the closest commercial airport — about 2 hours west. Portland (PDX) is ~5 hours north. Klamath Falls Airport (LMT) is just 45 minutes south but currently handles private and charter flights only — no commercial service.
- Is the resort accessible in winter?
- Yes — we are open year-round and the road to us (US-97 + OR-62) is plowed and maintained all winter. The rim drive inside Crater Lake National Park itself closes seasonally (typically October – June), but the south rim viewpoint and Annie Creek Sno-Park stay accessible. We have heated cabins, vacation home, capsule, and winter-open RV sites.
- Do you have EV charging on site?
- Yes — a Tesla Supercharger (13 kW) is on the property at the general store. Charge while you check in, while you shop, or overnight while you sleep. (Our Chargepoint Level 2 station is temporarily offline for repair.)
- Where's the closest gas station?
- Closest fuel is the Crater Lake Travel Center on US-97, about 13 miles south. Inside Crater Lake National Park there's a seasonal summer-only pump. Klamath Falls (40 miles south) has full-service stations + diesel and is the last major fuel stop before driving north into the park.
- Can I rideshare to the resort?
- Uber/Lyft coverage is limited in this part of southern Oregon. Most guests fly into Medford (MFR) and rent a car, or drive in from regional cities. Renting from Klamath Falls (LMT) is possible if you fly private/charter into LMT.
- What's the route from California?
- From the Bay Area or Sacramento: take I-5 north past Mt. Shasta and Weed, then OR-97 north to OR-62 east. Many California guests split the drive with an overnight in Mt. Shasta or Ashland.
- What's the best drive from Portland?
- Two ways. Faster (~5 hours): I-5 south to OR-58 east (Willamette Pass), then south on US-97 and east on OR-62. More scenic (~5.5 hours): via Bend on US-97 the whole way.
- Do I need chains in winter?
- Sometimes — depending on storm conditions. US-97 and OR-62 are plowed but can require chains during big storms (most often December – March). Check ODOT TripCheck before you leave.
- Where do I check in once I arrive?
- At the general store on the property — the round Crater Lake Resort sign out front. Check-in starts at 3:00 PM. If you arrive earlier, you're welcome to park and walk the property or grab a coffee at the store.
- Is there cell service at the resort?
- Limited cell service. We have complimentary Wi-Fi across the property for everything else. If you need bulletproof connectivity for remote work, bring a hotspot.