Bend to Crater Lake EV Road Trip
Prepare for an EV trip on Bend to Crater Lake — approximately 109 miles via US-97, OR-138. This guide introduces seasonal conditions and range estimates. Continue to the planner to check weather for your date, compare departures and plan charging stops.
Quick answer
- Distance: 109 mi (175 km)
- Elevation gain: 2,953 ft
- Highways: US-97, OR-138
- Chargers to know: Bend Supercharger, Diamond Lake Lodge L2
- In winter: deep snow closures, rim road closed, chain control
- In summer: wildfire smoke, high-altitude UV
Estimated range & charging stops by EV
Compare estimates for the available vehicles in mild, cold and arctic scenarios. These examples illustrate the effect of cold; they are not today's forecast or a measurement of your battery's range.
| EV Model | Mild (70°F / 21°C) | Cold (20°F / -7°C) | Arctic (-10°F / -23°C) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y Long Range | 277 mi · no stops | 203 mi · no stops | 150 mi · no stops |
| Tesla Model 3 Long Range | 297 mi · no stops | 217 mi · no stops | 160 mi · no stops |
| Ford F-150 Lightning ER | 286 mi · no stops | 214 mi · no stops | 161 mi · no stops |
| Rivian R1T Large Pack | 293 mi · no stops | 220 mi · no stops | 165 mi · no stops |
| Hyundai IONIQ 5 LR AWD | 238 mi · no stops | 176 mi · no stops | 131 mi · no stops |
| Chevy Bolt EUV | 221 mi · no stops | 153 mi · no stops | 111 mi · no stops |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E ER AWD | 259 mi · no stops | 192 mi · no stops | 144 mi · no stops |
| Kia EV6 Long Range | 277 mi · no stops | 203 mi · no stops | 151 mi · no stops |
Notable chargers on this route
Bend Supercharger, Diamond Lake Lodge L2 are charging locations to consider along US-97, OR-138. Confirm vehicle compatibility, access hours and current availability with the operator before relying on a stop.
Winter hazards on Bend to Crater Lake
Winter on this corridor includes deep snow closures, rim road closed, chain control. Compare forecasts around your planned departure, then save the trip to follow changes in Live Mode. A higher score indicates lower forecast risk.
Summer conditions
In summer, plan for wildfire smoke, high-altitude UV. Heat and air conditioning also cut range, so keep a buffer between chargers.
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