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Varmint Creek Trailhead

Crater Lake, Oregon · Klamath County · Facility

Provides access to:Varmint Creek Trail #1070FacilitiesNo picnic tableNo fire pitNo drinking waterNo toiletNo garbage disposal - Please pack it out

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5-Day Forecast

Weather at Varmint Creek Trailhead

Live forecast for the park. Plan your visit accordingly.

Avg High62°F
Avg Low40°F
Peak Rain Chance2%
Humidity57%
UV (avg)8
Air Quality41 · Good
Today
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Overcast
50°/38°
🌬 9mph
5:34 AM8:39 PM
Sun
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Overcast
56°/36°
🌬 9mph
5:33 AM8:39 PM
Mon
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Clear
69°/43°
🌬 13mph
5:33 AM8:40 PM
Tue
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Overcast
74°/46°
💧 1%🌬 9mph
5:32 AM8:41 PM
Wed
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Overcast
61°/38°
💧 2%🌬 11mph
5:32 AM8:42 PM

Forecast data © Open-Meteo. Refreshed every 6 hours. Always check the most recent forecast before heading out.

About Varmint Creek Trailhead

Provides access to:Varmint Creek Trail #1070FacilitiesNo picnic tableNo fire pitNo drinking waterNo toiletNo garbage disposal - Please pack it out

How to Get There

From Prospect, OR, follow the Prospect - Butte Falls Highway for 1 mile to Red Blanket Road. Turn left onto Red Blanket Road and go 0.3 mile to Forest Road 6205. Turn left onto Forest Road 6205 and continue 10.5 miles to the trailhead sign.

Driving directions (Google Maps) →

Plan Your Visit to Varmint Creek Trailhead

Heading to Varmint Creek Trailhead? A few things to know before you go:

  • Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
  • Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
  • Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
  • Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
  • Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a reservation for Varmint Creek Trailhead?

No central reservation system listed for Varmint Creek Trailhead. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/265338) for the latest entry policy and availability.

How do I get to Varmint Creek Trailhead?

From Prospect, OR, follow the Prospect - Butte Falls Highway for 1 mile to Red Blanket Road. Turn left onto Red Blanket Road and go 0.3 mile to Forest Road 6205. Turn left onto Forest Road 6205 and continue 10.5 miles to the trailhead sign.