Crater Lake National Park seeks new superintendent just days before summer season

CRATER LAKE NATIONAL PARK, Ore. (KTVZ) - Crater Lake National Park is seeking a new superintendent after Kevin Heatley, the park's previous superintendent, announced he would be leaving the position in late May.

Heatley was hired in January of 2025. His resignation comes only five months after being selected for the position. Heatley cited budget cuts and and staff shortages, which were negatively affecting the park's ability to operate as influencing his decision to step back from the role.

As Oregon's only national park, Crater Lake receives thousands of visitors every summer. The announcement comes just days before Crater Lake National Park prepares to open the north entrance to the park, officially signaling the beginning of the park's 2025 summer season.