Lost Creek Campground

About

Lost Creek Campground sits at 6,000 feet elevation in a forested meadow near the Pinnacles volcanic formation in Crater Lake National Park. This tent-only campground offers 16 sites available strictly on a first-come, first-served basis with self-registration on arrival. No advance reservations are accepted. The campground typically fills by mid-afternoon during peak season. This is a primitive camping experience with no potable water, no hookups, and only portable toilets for sanitation. Campers must bring all water and be prepared to store food properly in the bear-resistant lockers provided at each site. Wood campfires are prohibited, though gas stoves and self-contained charcoal grills are permitted. Generators are not allowed, making this a quiet retreat for those seeking a more rustic national park experience. The campground is located three miles down Pinnacles Road from East Rim Drive, near Phantom Ship Overlook. Access to Pinnacles Road may be affected by the ongoing East Rim Drive construction project between Reflection Point and Sun Notch.

Directions

From park headquarters, travel 9 miles on East Rim Drive and turn right onto Pinnacles Road near Phantom Ship Overlook. Drive 3 miles on Pinnacles Road; Lost Creek Campground is on the right.