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Little Crater Lake Campground

Mt. Hood National Forest, Oregon

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As of September 2026, Little Crater Lake Campground is a campground in Mt. Hood National Forest, Oregon with 13 campsites. Little Crater Lake Campground is booked through Recreation.gov.

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Little Crater Lake Campground is located at 45.1484° N, 121.7455° W.

people allowed on each site: 6

Little Crater Lake Campground reservations and next available dates

September 2026

October 2026

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Next Available Dates

Oct 5 (13 sites)Oct 6 (13 sites)Oct 7 (12 sites)

13 sites open on Oct 5 at Little Crater Lake Campground. Book one now, or pick your dates above and get an alert when a site opens.

As of 30 September 2026, 08:06 UTC.

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Published by Recreation.gov for Little Crater Lake Campground, read on September 29, 2026.

Campsites at Little Crater Lake Campground

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Standard 8
Tent 5

What an RV fits

20 ft2 sites
26 ft6 sites

Amenities

restrooms
potable water

At a glance: Setting: Forest · Access: Dirt road.

Things to do: fishing, boating, hiking, wildlife, photography.

All sites at Little Crater Lake Campground, as listed by Recreation.gov

Every site is in the AREA LITTLE CRATER LAKE loop.

Site	Type	Sleeps	Max RV
001	Standard	6	26 ft
002	Standard	6	26 ft
003	Standard	6	20 ft
004	Standard	6	20 ft
005	Standard	6	26 ft
006	Standard	6	26 ft
007	Tent	6	-
008	Tent	6	-
009	Tent	6	-
010	Standard	6	26 ft
013	Standard	6	26 ft
014	Tent	6	-
016	Tent	6	-

About Little Crater Lake Campground

Overview

Little Crater Lake Campground is one of the most scenic spots in Mt. Hood National Forest and a very comfortable place to camp. It is not far from Little Crater Lake, a cold, crystal clear, spring-fed pond. Also nearby is Timothy Lake, where boaters and anglers enjoy recreating, all in the shadows of Mt. Hood, Oregon's highest point.

Recreation

A short path to view Little Crater Lake begins in the campground. It connects to the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail, which winds its way through the area, past Timothy Lake and up the slopes of Mt. Hood. The long-distance trail is popular among hikers and backpackers, stretches 2,650 miles through California, Oregon and Washington, from Canada to Mexico.

Visitors enjoy fishing at Timothy Lake, which covers roughly 1,400 acres. Anglers will find Kokanee salmon and a variety of stocked trout.

Facilities

The campground offers more than a dozen single-family sites for tent and RV camping. Each site is equipped with a table and campfire ring with grill. Accessible vault toilets are provided. A hand-pump water spigot is located near the campground's entrance and is the only source of water within the facility. Utility hookups are not available. Parking surfaces are grass, dirt and irregularly shaped.

Natural Features

The quiet campground is nestled in an evergreen forest at an elevation of 3,300 feet. Little Crater Lake is a geologic oddity, possibly formed by artesian water forcing its way through soft, volcanic rock. The beautiful, turquoise water is a wonder to see.

The surrounding meadow is a great place for observing birds and other wildlife. The region is ripe for huckleberry picking as well.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (503) 622-3191.

Nearby Attractions

The Clackamas Lake Ranger Station Historic District is less than 10 miles from the campground. It was built to house forest service workers in the early 1900s. The rustic architecture and historic nature of the buildings and the surrounding area draws thousands of visitors each year.

Rules and notices at Little Crater Lake Campground

Recreation.gov does not date these notices. We last read them on September 29, 2026. Check Little Crater Lake Campground on Recreation.gov

Notices from Recreation.gov

Please be advised that this facility is Little Crater Lake in Mt. Hood National Forest and is not Little Crater Campground in Deschutes National Forest on Paulina Lake.

Off-road vehicle use is prohibited within the campground

In accordance with standard industry practices, Mount Hood Recreation will be assessing an additional vehicle fee on the second vehicle in each single family campsite, and on the third and fourth vehicle in any double family campsite, provided these vehicles are not joined to the first vehicle by a hitch and towed onto the site. In the case of motorcycles, the first two are considered as one vehicle for determining additional vehicle fees. The third and fourth motorcycle would also be considered as one vehicle. No additional vehicle fees are collected for bicycles.

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Refunds: Refund requests made through www.recreation.gov will be charged a $10 processing fee. This fee is retained by the reservation service contractor along with the non-refundable reservation fee. All requests for the return of the non-refundable reservation fee and the cancellation fee will be declined by the campground concessionaire as they did not receive these fees (these are the fees retained by the reservation contractor, a different entity).

Fire Restrictions: Fire restrictions may be imposed at any time due to hot, dry weather conditions, at which time campfires and charcoal fires may not be allowed

Don't Move Firewood: Please protect Pacific Northwest forests by preventing the spread of invasive species. Firewood can carry insects and diseases that can threaten the health of our western forests. You can make a difference by obtaining and burning your firewood near your camping destination. Visit Dontmovefirewood.org for further information.

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Little Crater Lake Campground FAQ

How hard is it to get a campsite at Little Crater Lake Campground?

Little Crater Lake Campground is rated "Very Hard to Book" based on historical demand. This campground is popular and often books out weeks in advance. Your best strategy is to monitor cancellations.

How do I find last-minute availability at Little Crater Lake Campground?

Cancellations happen frequently at Little Crater Lake Campground, especially 1-2 weeks before check-in dates. PermitSnag monitors availability 24/7 and sends instant alerts when sites open up due to cancellations. This is often the best way to snag popular campsites.

How many campsites does Little Crater Lake Campground have?

Little Crater Lake Campground has 13 campsites.