Crater Lake Group

Indian Peaks Wilderness · Colorado

Crater Lake Group is one of the permitted entry points in Indian Peaks Wilderness on recreation.gov. Its current demand score is 82/100. Permit Ranger watches this pass around the clock and alerts you the moment a sold-out date opens up.

When permits are released

The entire Jun 1 – Sep 15 overnight quota season goes on sale the first Tuesday of March at 8:00 AM Mountain (7:00 AM Pacific). One reservation covers your whole party (per-zone quota). Short-notice leftovers also sell via a separate 3-day advance permit.

Demand

Very high demand (82/100)

Dogs

Dogs are allowed in this area.

Popular trails nearby

Frequently asked questions

When do Crater Lake Group permits open?

The entire Jun 1 – Sep 15 overnight quota season goes on sale the first Tuesday of March at 8:00 AM Mountain (7:00 AM Pacific). One reservation covers your whole party (per-zone quota). Short-notice leftovers also sell via a separate 3-day advance permit. Check the recreation.gov page for the exact on-sale details for your dates.

What if my dates are sold out?

Cancellations happen all season as plans change. Add Crater Lake Group to a trip window on Permit Ranger and you get an instant alert the moment a date you need opens back up.

How competitive is Crater Lake Group?

The live demand score is 82/100. Odds of catching an opening are low - most dates book up well ahead.

Does Permit Ranger book the permit for me?

No. Permit Ranger never books on your behalf. When a watched date opens, you get an alert with a direct link so you can book it yourself on recreation.gov.

Nearby passes

Book on recreation.gov · All Indian Peaks Wilderness passes · Indian Peaks Wilderness permit guide