Best Time to Visit Oregon National Parks
Oregon has 6 National Park Service units that report visitation. Below, each is ranked by annual visits, with the month our data recommends for the best balance of light crowds, comfortable weather and daylight. Crowds peak in summer almost everywhere — the recommended months show where the quieter shoulder seasons fall.
| Park | Annual visits | Best time | Busiest | Quietest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort VancouverNational Historic Site | 1,071,161 | September | Jul | Dec |
| Crater LakeNational Park | 632,242 | August | Jul | Jan |
| Nez PerceNational Historical Park | 343,910 | July | Aug | Jan |
| Lewis and ClarkNational Historical Park | 244,195 | May | Jul | Dec |
| John Day Fossil BedsNational Monument | 131,119 | July | Jul | Jan |
| Oregon CavesNational Monument & Preserve | 64,354 | February | Jul | Jan |