Lower Klamath National Wildlife Refuge

The 46,900-acre reserve contains shallow freshwater marshes, open water, grassy uplands, and croplands that support numerous waterfowl populations throughout the year.

President Theodore Roosevelt designated Lower Klamath as the first waterfowl refuge in the United States during 1908, marking a turning point in wildlife conservation.

The reserve forms part of the Klamath Basin National Wildlife Refuge Complex, which preserves critical wetland habitats for millions of migratory birds each season.

Visitors can explore the refuge through a ten-mile graveled auto-tour route, with strategic photo blinds available for reservation at the Tule Lake National Wildlife Refuge Center.

The refuge implements a specialized 'walking wetlands' program that rotates wetland areas with agricultural lands to enhance both wildlife habitat and farming productivity.

Location: Siskiyou County

Location: Klamath County

Operator: US Fish and Wildlife Service

Website: https://fws.gov/refuge/lower_klamath

GPS coordinates: 41.98176,-121.75644

Latest update: May 14, 2025 18:54