Crater Peak campground
Crater Peak
The campsite offers a few basic amenities, including toilets and fire rings, but visitors should be prepared to bring all their own supplies and water. The area is known for its rugged terrain and challenging hiking trails, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. Wildlife is abundant in the area, with frequent sightings of elk, deer, and black bears.
The best time to visit the Crater Peak Campsite is during the summer months, when temperatures are warm and comfortable, averaging around 70-80 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and dropping to around 40-50 degrees Fahrenheit at night. Visitors should be prepared for possible thunderstorms and rain showers during this time of year.
Overall, the Crater Peak Campsite is a great option for those looking for a remote and peaceful camping experience in a beautiful natural setting. Visitors should be prepared for primitive camping conditions and be sure to follow all Leave No Trace principles to minimize their impact on the environment.
What's on-site at Crater Peak
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Crater Peak, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orphan Point Saddle | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Orphan Saddle | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Camp 3 | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Grandad Creek - Dworshak Reservoir | ✗ | ✓ | → |
| Grandad Caampground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Crater Peak -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| St Joe River At Calder Id | 3,780 cfs | → |
| Nf Clearwater River Nr Canyon Ranger Station Id | 7,650 cfs | → |
| St Maries River Nr Santa Id | 264 cfs | → |
| St. Joe River At Red Ives Ranger Station Id | 1,090 cfs | → |
| Canyon Creek Ab Mouth At Wallace | 89 cfs | → |
| Ninemile Creek Ab Mouth At Wallace | 14 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Crater Peak -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nohrsc Lost Lake | 40.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Lost Lake | 40.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Elk Butte | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Nohrsc Elk Butte | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mica Creek | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Mica Creek | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Crater Peak as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Crater Peak
Can I make reservations at Crater Peak?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Crater Peak?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Crater Peak.