Klamath County

Klamath County is an administrative district in south-central Oregon featuring mountains, forests, and lakes with Crater Lake National Park dominating its southern portion. The landscape includes vast conifer forests, clear bodies of water, and volcanic mountain ranges that stretch across the entire area.

The county was established in 1882 by the Oregon legislature and named after the Klamath people who inhabited the Upper Klamath Basin region. Its creation reflected recognition of the long indigenous presence in the area.

The county is home to public museums displaying local artifacts and photographs that tell the story of settlement and indigenous heritage in the Upper Klamath Basin. Visitors can explore exhibits that reflect how communities have shaped this region over time.

Visitors will find the region accessible through main roads leading to key attractions such as Crater Lake and forest areas. It helps to check road conditions and weather beforehand, as mountainous terrain and harsh winters can affect accessibility.

The county protects a varied wilderness landscape that serves as habitat for species like eagles and deer that migrate through higher elevations seasonally. This movement is a natural phenomenon visitors might observe during certain times of year, highlighting the importance of the undisturbed environment.

Location: Oregon

Inception: 1882

Capital city: Klamath Falls

Shares border with: Douglas County, Lane County, Deschutes County, Lake County, Siskiyou County, Modoc County, Jackson County

Website: http://co.klamath.or.us

GPS coordinates: 42.68000,-121.65000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 09:21