LITTLE CRATER LAKE
Campground · Fee not listed
Fast facts
- Cost
- Not listed. Check locally.
- Type
- Campground
- Phone
- 503-630-5721
- Coordinates
- 45.1484, -121.7455
- Last verified
- September 19, 2026
About this place
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. 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. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (503) 622-3191.
From the managing agency.
Is LITTLE CRATER LAKE free?
We do not have a fee on record for LITTLE CRATER LAKE. Confirm the cost locally before you go.
How do I get to LITTLE CRATER LAKE?
LITTLE CRATER LAKE is at 45.1484, -121.7455. We do not hold written directions for this one, so navigate to the coordinates.
Nearby
- Little Crater Campground0.1 mi
- Timothy Lake- North Arm Campground1.3 mi
- North Arm Campground (Timothy Lake, OR)1.3 mi
- CLEAR LAKE CABIN LOOKOUT1.4 mi
- Oak Fork Campground (Timothy Lake, OR)2.6 mi
- Timothy Lake-meditation Point Campground2.7 mi
- Timothy Lake- Oak Fork Campground2.8 mi
- Gone Creek Campground (Timothy Lake, OR)2.9 mi
No other services within 50 mi on the record.
SourceSource data is agency published. Last synced September 19, 2026. Community reports and photos are submitted by travelers and are not verified by the agency.
