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Crater Lake in June

June is a good time to visit Crater Lake — busier than May, quieter than July.

Crowd score

How busy it gets

4/10
Moderate

A comfortable middle ground: some company on popular trails, but no gridlock.

About 40% of this park's busiest month.

Source: NPS Visitor Use Statistics, 2023–2025

Data: NPS visitation 2023–2025 · crowd scores computed Jul 2026 · alerts checked Jul 10, 2026. How this is calculated →

Computed from federal data · Methodology by Sharon Ben-Moshe

Visitation

Typical June visits vs. the year

June (typical)64,735
Peak — July162,630
Quietest — January4,667

Typical monthly recreation visits, averaged over the most recent three full years.

Source: NPS Visitor Use Statistics, 2023–2025

Weather

June weather

Avg high
57°F
Avg low
34°F
Precipitation
2.3"
Sunrise
4:29 AM
Sunset
7:49 PM
Daylight
15.3h

Source: NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, CRATER LAKE NPS HQ, OR US

What's open

Crater Lake in June: access

Crater Lake National Park is open year-round, 24 hours a day. Some roads, trails, and facilities, however, are closed seasonally due to snow. North Entrance Road, and West and East Rim Drives close for the season on November 1 (or earlier if there is significant snowfall). Crews begin removing snow from these roads in April, but opening dates vary. The North Entrance Road and West Rim Drive tend to open in early June. The East Rim Drive typically opens in early July.

Seasonal closures may apply:

  • Caution

    Roads May Be Icy - Please Use Caution!

    Even though the sun is shining, the open roads in the park may still have icy patches, especially in the mornings and evenings when the temperatures drop. Please drive with caution.

  • Park Closure

    Cleetwood Cove Trail is CLOSED for Rehabilitation

    The Cleetwood Cove Trail is CLOSED for construction. This critical project will fully rehabilitate the trail and marina to ensure safe access to the lake, provide a much-improved visitor experience, and protect the environment.

    Details on nps.gov →
  • Park Closure

    East Rim Drive is CLOSED from Park Headquarters to Phantom Ship Overlook

    East Rim Drive is currently CLOSED to all public access from Park Headquarters to Phantom Ship Overlook for road construction. West Rim Drive, North Entrance Road, East Rim Drive from North Junction to Phantom Ship Overlook, Cloudcap Road, and Pinnacles Road are now OPEN for travel.

Source: NPS Data API

Conditions

Current alerts

  • Caution

    Roads May Be Icy - Please Use Caution!

    Even though the sun is shining, the open roads in the park may still have icy patches, especially in the mornings and evenings when the temperatures drop. Please drive with caution.

  • Park Closure

    Cleetwood Cove Trail is CLOSED for Rehabilitation

    The Cleetwood Cove Trail is CLOSED for construction. This critical project will fully rehabilitate the trail and marina to ensure safe access to the lake, provide a much-improved visitor experience, and protect the environment.

    Details on nps.gov →
  • Park Closure

    East Rim Drive is CLOSED from Park Headquarters to Phantom Ship Overlook

    East Rim Drive is currently CLOSED to all public access from Park Headquarters to Phantom Ship Overlook for road construction. West Rim Drive, North Entrance Road, East Rim Drive from North Junction to Phantom Ship Overlook, Cloudcap Road, and Pinnacles Road are now OPEN for travel.

Source: NPS Data API

Context

Crater Lake crowds across the year

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Alternatives

Quieter nearby in June

FAQ

Crater Lake in June

How busy is Crater Lake in June?

June rates 4/10 for crowds (Moderate) at Crater Lake National Park — about 40% of its busiest month. Typical recreation visits: 64,735.

What is the weather like at Crater Lake in June?

In June, Crater Lake averages a high of 57°F and a low of 34°F, with about 2.3 inches of precipitation.