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Contact: Crater Lake Public Affairs
CRATER LAKE, Ore. – Crater Lake National Park, in partnership with the Friends of Crater Lake and Discover Klamath, will host the 11th annual “Ride the Rim” days on September 6 and 13, 2025. On these consecutive Saturdays, East Rim Drive will be open only to non-motorized recreation including biking, hiking, and running from 8 a.m.to 4 p.m.
The route around the lake is approximately 25 miles with 3,500 feet of climbing at elevations over 7,000 feet. Registration for the event is now closed. While the event is free, normal park entrance fees apply. The entrance fee can be paid in advance here. Visitors are advised to print or download their pass to their phone before arriving at the park.
North Entrance Road, West Rim Drive, and Highway 62 will remain open to vehicle travel during the event. Visitors on these days should expect large numbers of cyclists on all park roadways. Visitors should ride and drive with caution and patience. Cyclists should ride single file when sharing the road with motorists.
Designated event parking for Ride the Rim includes roadside parking along East Rim Drive (north and south), the park headquarters complex, and Picnic Hill in Rim Village. Event participants are encouraged to share rides to help ease parking congestion and are asked to only park where signs read “Event Parking Only.” Parking areas will be managed with volunteers and National Park Service staff beginning at 7 a.m. on both Saturdays.
A free shuttle will be available to transport event participants from designated parking areas to East Rim Drive starting locations. Shuttles will not transport bicycles. Event participants must drop their bicycles off at the desired starting locations prior to parking if choosing not to begin their ride from their parking location.
“Ride the Rim continues to grow in popularity every year,” said acting superintendent Elexis Fredy. “It provides a unique opportunity to experience East Rim Drive without vehicle traffic. While it’s a strenuous endeavor, the rewards of a slower pace, opportunities for quiet reflection, and healthy, vigorous recreation make it a special experience for many people.”
In accordance with NPS policy, e-bikes (low-speed, electric bicycles with power assistance) are permitted as part of this event. The operator of an e-bike may only use the motor to assist pedal propulsion. The motor may not be used to propel an e-bike without the rider also pedaling, except in locations where there is motor vehicle traffic. E-bike battery power, or manual power, must last for the duration of the chosen route. Participants should be advised that there will not be any support vehicles for the event.
For more information visit www.RideTheRimOregon.com.
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Last updated: September 4, 2025