Local Area Attractions Near Lemolo Lake / Crater Lake North KOA Holiday

The following activities are in close proximity to Lemolo Lake/ Crater Lake North KOA

  • The breathtaking beauty of Crater Lake National Park - the north entrance to the Park is just 18 miles south of our KOA. Link to check on Crater Lake Road Closures
  • 6 spectacular waterfalls ranging in height from 30 feet to nearly 300 feet within 20 miles.
  • A natural hot spring with several rock "tubs" located within 20 miles of our KOA. 
  • The North Umpqua Trail (locally known as the NUT).  
  • The Pacific Crest Trail.

Stop by our store, we have maps to show you how to find all the waterfalls, hot springs, hiking trails, and the goods you'll need for your trip.

Crater Lake National Park

Crater Lake National Park

Lemolo Lake/Crater Lake North KOA is located just 18 miles north of the North entrance to Crater Lake National Park. The unmatched beauty of this national park is a must see for any traveler through the region and is the only National Park in Oregon. The north entrance "typically" opens around June 1st of each year, but can fluctuate a few weeks either side of that date depending on snowfall in a given year. The North entrance closes on November 1st each year, unless snow fall closes it earlier. The website link for this section provides all the details on road conditions and other information you'll need before visiting Crater Lake National Park.  
If the north entrance is not open when you visit the area, don't worry, the South entrance to the park is open YEAR ROUND and only adds about 45 minutes to your drive.

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Watson Falls

Watson Falls

A local favorite and the tallest waterfall in the area at nearly 300 feet.  This one is well worth the 15-minute hike from the parking area just off Highway 138.  The trailhead is about 12 miles from the turnoff to our campground and is well marked along the highway with forest service signage.  As one of the most popular waterfall hikes, quite a bit of parking is provided and it's configured so most large vehicles can get in and out.

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The North Umpqua Trail

The North Umpqua Trail

The North Umpqua Trail (locally known as the NUT).  This popular trail for mountain biking, hiking and ultra-running has been featured in outdoor magazines as one of the best trails on the west coast.  The most popular segment, the "dread and terror section" is located ½ mile from our KOA.  In fact, multiple mountain biking and ultra-running races use our KOA as starting or finishing points.  Come see what enthusiasts already know.  Some of the best hiking and biking in the world is found just outside our KOA's doorstep.

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The Pacific Crest Trail

The Pacific Crest Trail

The Pacific Crest Trail, is a famous hiking trail that extends through the U.S. from the Mexico border to the Canadian border.  A connection to the trail is located just a few miles east of our KOA.

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Lemolo Falls

Lemolo Falls

This fall has 2 separate hikes and viewpoints available. The hike to the lower falls (with the best view) is the longest and most strenuous of all the waterfall hikes in our area at about 45-60 minutes each way from the trailhead.  The hike to the upper view of the falls is a beautiful hike along the North Umpqua Trail and about 40 minutes each way from the trailhead.The separate trailheads are each about 1-2 miles from our campground, but the roads are for cars and trucks ONLY.

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