When you visit Klamath County, you might gaze upon Crater Lake, bask in the region’s sunshine, or visit historic sites. And while these elements help make the region a special place, knowing why they make it so special can deepen your appreciation and enjoyment of all Klamath County has to offer. For instance: Did you know that Crater Lake is the deepest lake in the United States, that Lava Beds National Monument is important for reasons both natural and cultural—and that there isn’t technically a

How Far is Klamath Falls From Portland? Portland is Oregon’s largest city and it sits at the northernmost part of the state on the Columbia and Willamette rivers, in the shadow of snow-capped Mount Hood. It’s known for being eco-friendly and for its parks, bridges and bicycle paths, plentiful microbreweries and coffeehouses. The city hosts thriving art, theater and music scenes that visitors from all around the world enjoy year-round. Contrarily, Klamath Falls is in the southernmost portion of Oregon, only about 15 miles from

For all the prodigious scenic contributions of snow-mantled summits and vaulting forests, it’s freshwater—sloshing lakewater, reed-walled marshwater, gushing springwater, river flows that may be languid or lively—which truly anchors the Klamath County landscape. Getting out on the water here means getting into the heart of this sublime geography. Given the variety and uniqueness of the region’s lakes, rivers, and wetlands, Klamath County ranks among the best destinations in the Northwest for water-based recreation. Read on for a grand tour of some of the possibilities in